Honouring Baby Loss Awareness Week: A Gentle Space for Mums

As we come together for Baby Loss Awareness Week, officially taking place from 9th to 15th October, it’s a time for reflection, compassion, and unity.

For many mums, this week holds deep significance, providing a moment to remember, honour, and share the stories of babies who are no longer with us. Whether the loss happened during pregnancy, at birth, or beyond, each experience carries a weight that is profoundly felt, and each memory deserves to be cherished.

At Mamacita Collective, we believe that the word “mum” encompasses all those who have carried the love, hope, and dreams for their child, no matter the time they had together. We acknowledge that baby loss comes in many forms—miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal loss, and sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Every story is deeply personal, and the grief associated with such losses can feel overwhelming. This week, and for all the weeks afterwards, we want to create a gentle and supportive space where all mums, and their unique experiences, are recognised and held with care.

Baby Loss Awareness Week serves as an important opportunity to bring these experiences out of the shadows, reducing the stigma and silence that often surround them. It’s a chance for those who have experienced loss to connect with others who understand and to know that they are not alone. Whether you choose to participate in events, light a candle, share your story, or hold space for your feelings privately, all ways of marking this week are valid and valued.

We also want to acknowledge that while this week offers a dedicated space for reflection, every day may feel like Baby Loss Awareness Week for those grieving. The emotions surrounding such a loss—sadness, confusion, anger, or even numbness—can ebb and flow. There’s no “right” way to grieve or a timeline for how long it should last. It’s okay to feel everything, or nothing at all. At Mamacita Collective, we encourage mums to honour their emotions in whichever way feels right for them, knowing that there is no single path through grief.

For those who support mums experiencing baby loss, whether friends, partners, or family members, this week is also an opportunity to offer a compassionate hand and an open heart. Sometimes, the most meaningful thing you can do is simply be present, listen, and acknowledge the deep pain that exists. If you’re unsure what to say or how to help, small gestures like lighting a candle together, sending a supportive message, or offering a comforting presence can go a long way in showing care and solidarity.

This Baby Loss Awareness Week, we extend our deepest compassion to every mum who has experienced loss. Your strength, resilience, and courage in navigating this journey are seen, and your love for your child—whether carried for a moment or longer—is profoundly honoured. We want you to know that you are not alone, and the Mamacita Collective community is here to support you, today and every day.

If you would like to connect with others who share similar experiences, or if you need a space to reflect quietly, we invite you to join our community this week. Whether through lighting a candle, sharing your story, or simply taking time for yourself, your journey and feelings are held with the utmost care and respect.

We are here with you and we are going to be working on how we can acknowledge baby loss more on our platform. We are currently reviewing gifting options including thoughtful candles and jewellery but would welcome any feedback from those in the community who are happy to share their thoughts to ensure that we manage this in the most sensitive way possible. 

If you’re interested in sharing your thoughts, send us an email to hello@mamacitacollective.com