North Carolina
Parental Rights After Miscarriage (as of October 2023): In North Carolina, parents have the right to the release and burial of their child. (Please note: A report is mandatory if stillbirth occurs after 20 weeks of gestation.)
The Compassionate Friends
If you are a member (or a friend) of a family that has suffered the death of a child, The Compassionate Friends is here to help you and provide support for the family. Feel free to contact TCF’s National Office at 877-969-0010 or nationaloffice@compassionatefriends.org if you need assistance in finding a local Chapter or you have any other questions.
SECU House in Chapel Hill
Our support group is a monthly support group for parents who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth, or early infant loss. Our hope is that parents will feel well connected and supported through our group as they begin to understand and adjust to the many challenging feelings that develop once a pregnancy or infant is lost
Novant Health Triad Obstetrics & Gynecology
Our office is also actively involved in and supportive of Heartstrings, a local organization dedicated to supporting parents who have experienced a pregnancy loss or the loss of a child. This group provides support groups, counseling resources and other community events.
Partnership for a Healthy Durham
A list of bereavement resources in the Piedmont area.
Abiding Hope
First off, if you’ve lost a child through miscarriage or stillbirth, we are so sorry. We grieve with you.
Mothers who suffer the loss of a child often find it difficult to navigate through their emotions. You may be experiencing sadness, anger, guilt, or even suicidal thoughts* during this difficult time.
Grieving is hard. Our Child Loss Support Team is here for you. You don’t have to face this alone.
Share
Share offers in-person and online support groups for grieving families in North Carolina.
Pregnancy After Loss Support
Offers several support groups for bereaved parents and families around North Carolina.
Cone Health
Cone Health offers an annual memorial service for patients and their families who have experienced a loss. The service is open to family and friends of all ages, as well as members of the hospital team. Through music, prayers, poetry, a reading of names, and creating mementos, families have the opportunity to grieve, continue to seek meaning and honor their babies' lives. An RSVP is required. Please contact our hospital chaplains at (336) 832-6882.
UNC Collaborative for Maternal and Infant Health
A list of local support groups for grieving families.
WakeMed
Parentcare is a group that was established uniquely for the care and support of parents whose infant or child (from conception to one year of age) has died. The idea for this group grew out of an increasing awareness of the loneliness and continuing grief experienced by parents who have had a baby die. Many parents ultimately turn to paid professionals for help in coming to grips with their loss, and while this may be needed sometimes, our belief is that through sharing and support by parents in similar situations much healing can occur. In short, bereaved parents are not “sick;” their feelings are legitimate and can be openly expressed at Parentcare.
Partnership for Children of Cumberland County
A list of local support groups for families in the Fayetteville, Cumberland County area.