While the greiving parents may want some time alone, this does not mean that they want to feel alone in their loss. Sending a card and flowers can be an extension of your sympathies and condolences, and can help be a non-intrusive way to let them know you are lending strength and prayers.
Don’t be afraid to use the baby’s name (if one was given already) and don’t be afraid to call. Some commendorations of the childs memory such as writing the childs name in the sand at the beach and photographing it, making a donation to a charity or March of Dimes in the childs name, are all thoughful things to do.
Often the most simple bouquets make the best flower gifts for the loss of a child. Sending flowers is acceptable for as long as a month after the loss, to help the family know you are still thinking of them.
Here are a few suggestions (See links and coupon codes above to go to each website to find the arrangements):
FromYouFlowers.com
Under> Sympathy
Basket of Memories
Proflowers
Under > Sympathy
Rememberance Wreath from ProFlowers
From USAFlorist.com
Under > Just Because
Garden in Glass
From 1800Flowers
Under> I’m Sorry
Serene Green™ Bouquet
The key to remember is : Just do something, even if it’s not the ‘perfect’ thing, show your love and support. There is no greater loss than that of a child, no words can heal, no action can help. All you can do is just be there and pray and offer strength to those who have lost a child.
