Pregnancy & Infant Loss: Finding Healing and Support in Houston & The Woodlands
There are few words big enough for this kind of loss. Whether your baby was lost early in pregnancy, later in gestation, or shortly after birth — grief can feel both invisible and consuming.
At the Center for Postpartum & Family Health (CPFH), our Houston-area therapists walk alongside families navigating the heartbreak of pregnancy and infant loss. We believe your grief deserves space, care, and community.
Q: Is it normal to feel this way after pregnancy or infant loss?
A: Yes — every emotion you’re feeling is normal. Grief after loss can show up as sadness, guilt, anger, anxiety, or even numbness. Some parents feel pressure to “move on,” but the truth is: you’re mourning not only your baby, but also the future you imagined.
You might notice:
Trouble sleeping or eating
Difficulty focusing
Feeling disconnected from your partner or others
Physical reminders (like milk production or postpartum symptoms) that make grief more complex
There is no timeline for healing. There is only learning how to carry love and loss together.
Q: How does therapy help after pregnancy or infant loss?
A: Grief therapy offers a safe, nonjudgmental space to talk about your baby, your pain, and the many emotions that come with loss.
Therapists trained in perinatal and grief care can help you:
Understand and process the trauma of your experience
Navigate waves of guilt, anger, or “what if” thinking
Reconnect with your body and relationships
Find ways to honor your baby’s memory
At CPFH, our therapists integrate trauma-informed and compassion-based approaches to help you find stability again — at your own pace.
🪷 You don’t need to be “ready” for therapy to reach out. Sometimes, the first step is simply not walking this alone.
Q: How can I support my partner (or receive support) after loss?
A: Partners often grieve differently — one may want to talk, while the other needs silence. Both are valid. Try to name your needs directly: “I don’t need fixing, I just need you to listen.”
You might also:
Create a small ritual together (light a candle, visit a meaningful place, plant something in remembrance)
Share your baby’s name, if you have one, out loud — it keeps their memory alive
Join a couples or group session to process grief in tandem
Loss can strain even strong relationships, but shared compassion can strengthen connection.
Q: Are there local support options for pregnancy and infant loss near Houston and The Woodlands?
A: Yes — and you don’t have to face this alone. Here are trusted local resources:
Bo’s Place (Houston) – Free grief support groups for families, children, and parents.
The TEARS Foundation – Texas Chapter – Offers emotional and financial support after loss.
Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep – Provides remembrance photography for families experiencing infant loss.
Memorial Hermann The Woodlands Medical Center – Offers perinatal loss and bereavement support programs.
Center for Postpartum & Family Health (CPFH) – Therapists specializing in perinatal grief, trauma, and family healing, serving Houston, The Woodlands, and across Texas.
💛 Support doesn’t erase grief — it holds it with you, until it feels a little less heavy.
Q: When should I reach out for professional help?
A: There’s no “right” timeline, but you might benefit from therapy if you notice:
Feeling persistently numb, hopeless, or unable to function day to day
Difficulty sleeping, eating, or connecting for several weeks
Panic attacks, flashbacks, or intrusive thoughts
Feeling isolated or misunderstood by friends and family
Even if you think “I should be over this by now,” please reach out. Grief isn’t linear — and you don’t have to carry it in silence.
About the Author
Lauren Pasqua, PsyD, PMH-C, Licensed Psychologist (TX License #36214) Executive Director, Center for Postpartum & Family Health (CPFH)
Credentials: PsyD in Clinical Psychology, Certified Perinatal Mental Health Professional (PMH-C), DBT and TBRI-trained clinician. Experience: Over 20 years supporting parents, children, and families through life transitions. Professional Profiles:
Last Medically Reviewed: October 21, 2025 Reviewer: Lauren Pasqua, PsyD, PMH-C