You are invited to join whenever feels right for you. Some people find comfort in support soon after their loss, while others need more time before connecting. There is no perfect timeline—trust your own pace, and know that this space will be here whenever you’re ready.

Here are a few helpful things to consider as you decide if this group is a good fit:

1. You feel able to listen to others’ stories without becoming too overwhelmed. Some group sharing may include sensitive or emotional experiences.

2. You are open to the diversity of loss experiences. While each story is unique, we find common ground in our shared feelings about what happened.

3. You are willing to share your grief in a welcoming, confidential space, and to support others in theirs. This includes witnessing and being present with others, even if their experiences are different from your own.

If you’re unsure or have questions about joining, please reach out. I’m happy to talk through whether this group feels like the right fit for you at this time.

Currently, we offer pregnancy and infant loss, recurrent pregnancy loss, and infertility support groups for birthing people. In the future, we hope to add more groups for other experiences. As we expand our offerings, we hope you’ll find a group that fits your unique experience. Sign up for our newsletter to stay informed about upcoming groups or check our resources page for support groups facilitated by others.

We honor all forms of loss experienced during the journey to parenthood, including but not limited to:

• Failed embryo transfer

• Non-viable embryo

• Miscarriage (early or late)

• Ectopic pregnancy

• Molar pregnancy

• Chemical pregnancy

• Blighted ovum

• Stillbirth

• Twin or multiple loss

• Genetic-related death or fatal diagnosis

• Termination for any reason 

• Neonatal death

• Infant death

• Toddler death

• Recurrent loss

• Infertility and secondary infertility

• Surrogacy-related loss

• Ending fertility with a loss

If your experience isn’t listed here, please reach out. All losses are honored.

Each session begins with a brief grounding practice to help us settle in. We’ll share a little education to lead us into group conversation around the week’s topic, then close by setting a gentle intention for the days ahead. We may incorporate grounding practices like breath awareness, sound healing, movement, or journaling. You are welcome to participate in whatever way feels right for you—there is never any pressure to share. There’s nothing you need to prepare, but you’re welcome to have a blanket, water or a warm beverage, paper and pencil, and a quiet space available if that feels comforting.

Please review our Community Agreements to learn more about the space we co-create—

♥ Each person’s experience of grief, loss, and life after loss is different. While our stories may not be the same, many of the feelings we hold are shared. We honor our differences while finding connection in the emotions that bring us together, so we can best support each other in this group. 

♥ We share, listen, and hold space for one another with care, mutual respect, and without judgment. 

♥ We honor each person’s pace. You are welcome to share as much or as little as feels right for you—listening is a valuable part of this group, too. 

♥ Sessions are confidential; what is shared in this group stays in this group. 

♥ Everyone is encouraged to care for themselves as needed—whether that means taking a break, stepping away, or reaching out for support. 

♥ We value inclusivity and cultural humility. All identities, backgrounds, and grief practices are welcome and respected here. 

♥ We hold space for silence. Quiet moments are welcome and can be as meaningful as words.

While topics may vary, we often discuss:

• Understanding and navigating grief

• Relationships and grief

• Self-care rituals

• Managing reminders and milestones

• Difficult emotions like guilt or regret

• Coping with anniversaries, holidays, and difficult dates

• Parenthood identity

• Reclaiming your story after loss

• Finding connection and continuing bonds with your baby after loss

• Pregnancy after loss

• Learning to understand others’ grief styles (e.g., partners, children, family members, friends)

• Relationship to our bodies/body image/self-esteem

• Managing stress and anxiety around infertility/assisted reproduction.

• Challenges of third-party reproduction

• Difficult emotions: anger, self-blame, guilt, fear, regret

• Maintaining a connection with living children while grieving your child who died

• Articulating and communicating support needs

• Re-engaging in a new life

• Navigating changed roles & identity

• Meaningful rituals and memorials

• Spirituality and loss

• Raising grieving children

• Secondary losses

• Grief around involuntary childlessness

• Cultural expectations

• Trauma responses and how they shape grief and healing

• Navigating harm in medical and other systems

• Losses compounded by bias and prejudice

• Financial or legal barriers to care and support

These groups are for bereaved parents and birthing people who have experienced perinatal loss. Virtual participation is open to anyone, regardless of physical location. As we expand our offerings, we hope you’ll find a group that fits your unique experience. If you have questions about whether a group is right for you, please reach out. Sign up for our newsletter to stay informed about upcoming groups.

No. There are no prerequisites to sign up for a group but you will be asked to sign a brief intake form and review the community agreements before attending. A link to this form will be provided after you register.

We keep groups small—usually 10 participants or fewer —to allow for meaningful sharing and connection. A minimum of 4 participants is required for the group to run.

Groups are led by Allie Alvarado, a bereavement doula and grief educator. Allie’s approach is culturally rooted, grief- and trauma-informed, and grounded in lived experience.

All groups meet virtually on Zoom, so you can join from wherever you are. Once you register, you’ll receive a private link and details for joining each session.

Groups currently run for six weeks, with 90-minute sessions each week. Most sessions are held consecutively; any holiday schedule changes will be shared in advance.

Groups are closed, meaning only those registered for the series may attend. This helps create safety and trust for everyone.

No. Sharing is always optional. You are encouraged to participate in the way that feels right for you—whether that means sharing, listening, or simply being present.

Yes. Each week, you’ll receive a personal email from me with what to expect, information about our topic, and curated resources to support you.

No. Our groups are not a substitute for professional therapy or medical care. They are a space for peer support, grief education, and community. If you need help finding a therapist, I’m happy to share referrals.

You can view current offerings and register online on our events page. If a session is full or not listed, please join the waitlist or email list for updates on upcoming groups. Registration covers all six sessions. Please note, refunds are not available for missed sessions.

The fee for the 6-week support group is currently $150. This covers all sessions and group resources.

If cost is a barrier, partial scholarships are available. Please reach out for more information.

Full refunds are available up to 72 hours before the first session. After that, we cannot offer refunds except in rare circumstances, but you may transfer your registration to a future group or help support another participant in need. Please note, refunds are not available for missed sessions.

If the group you’re hoping to join is currently full, you’re welcome to check out our event page or join the waitlist. I’ll reach out if a spot opens up or when the next round of the group is announced. In the meantime, you’re invited to explore one-on-one support or schedule a free 30-minute consultation to find what feels most supportive for you right now. You can also visit our resources page for a list of support groups facilitated by others.

We understand life happens, and you may need to miss a session. Sessions are not recorded to protect privacy, but you’re welcome to let the facilitator know if you’ll be away. Please note, refunds are not available for missed sessions.

You are welcome to stay connected for future group offerings, workshops, or continue working with Allie one-to-one. Additional resources and ongoing support options will be shared with all participants. 

Sign up for our newsletter to stay informed about upcoming groups and resources.

You’re welcome to contact Allie at allie@heartsongsdoula.com with any questions about the group or if you’re not sure if it’s the right fit for you.