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Dr. Chris Stroud talks with clinical counselor Edward Luersman about the complexities of grief, especially when it comes from infertility and pregnancy loss. They delve into how men and women experience these losses, how to recognize and understand your own feelings, and share coping strategies and pathways to healing.
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More resources for couples:
Springs in the Desert - Catholic infertility support ministry. Blog, podcast, online resources, retreats, virtual events, and more.
Catholic Infertility Resources- (@catholic.infertility.coaching) with information, resources, encouragement, and community for Catholics with infertility
Blessed Are They Grief Counseling LLC’s blog articles and podcast episodes- our free educational and supportive content about navigating infertility and baby loss.
Books
When Expecting Hasn’t Happened (Dr. Marie Meaney)
Under the Laurel Tree (Dr. Nicole Roccas)
Twelve Stripes Deep (Mary Bruno).
Pregnancy/Infant Loss Support
Red Bird Ministries- Catholic child loss support ministry. Virtual and in-person support, grief support app, grief education, small groups, spiritual direction, podcast, blog, etc.
The School of Grief Support Group- Hosted by Red Bird Ministries and co-facilitated by Edward Luersman, this online 8-week educational peer support group will meet starting June 3, 2025 to assist parents who have lost a child at any stage of life.
Back In His Arms Again (Columbus, OH) and Morgan’s Place Cemetery (Sidney, OH)- burial and funeral assistance for baby loss, memorial and burial sites, peer support, and financial assistance.
Books
Empty Arms (Pam Vredevelt)
Hiding in the Upper Room (Kelly Breaux)
A Catholic Guide to Miscarriage, Stillbirth, and Infant Loss (Abigail Jorgensen)
The Grief of Dads (Patrick O’Hearn and Bryan Feger).
