11 Best Miscarriage Christmas Ornaments of 2021

Most of us underestimate what it will be like grieving during the holidays. “The most wonderful time of the year” often leaves people experiencing grief filled with emotions they may not have expected–most commonly, those of sadness and loneliness.

This was my experience during the holidays when I was going through recurrent miscarriage. And I want families experiencing such trauma to know that they aren’t alone. If you’re in the trenches right now, please do be gentle with yourself and give yourself whatever support you need.

If you’re a friend or family member of someone who is grieving, please reach out and show that you care. The best thing you can do is validate someone’s grief, which is why a miscarriage Christmas ornament can be a thoughtful way to provide miscarriage support to a family who has experienced pregnancy loss this year.

Finding the perfect miscarriage Christmas ornament can also be extremely helpful in the process of coping with miscarriage grief.

Creating a miscarriage memorial often helps families overcome grief, and a Christmas ornament–for those who celebrate Christmas, of course–is yet another way to memorialize the baby that was lost. It’s also a great way to help parents who have experienced loss to bring their child’s memory into their home and family during the holidays, making sure their little ones are always remembered and loved.

In this article, we’ll tell you our favorite miscarriage christmas ornaments, either for as a gift for someone else, or for yourself.

Miscarriage Memorial Ornaments

While all miscarriage ornaments in some way act as memorials to little lives lost, these particular ornaments are especially supportive memorials, validating that grieving parents lost a little life they’ve dreamed of for so long. Plus, Christmas is already a nostalgic, family-filled time. Giving loss parents a Miscarriage Christmas ornament means giving them a way to include their loss child.

(1) We Will Always Love You Globe Ornament by Shop Creative Canvas on Etsy

This glass ornament is great for families who are mourning a loss of a child they were not able to birth and hold.

If you’re looking for an ornament for a family who’s experienced stillbirth or infant loss, this isn’t the best choice. But it’s excellent for families who’ve been through miscarriage or embryo loss. It’s especially perfect for early miscarriages and ectopic pregnancy.

(2) “Carried and loved” wood slice ornament by Thoughtfully Red on Etsy

Thoughtfully Red is a shop dedicated to loss mamas, which I absolutely LOVE! This fact gives the ornament some special touches. Not only is this ornament customizable and available in multiple colors, but it is delivered with a heartfelt, handwritten note to the loss mom from the shop owners. So it’s basically 2 gifts in 1!

I love this ornament for all loss parents, no matter when or how their loss occurred. Some families plant trees to memorialize their lost little ones. If you’re shopping for someone who chose that memorial route, then this ornament is extra special.

(3) “Forever in Our Hearts” Wooden Ornament by Lucky Tusk on Etsy

This beautiful miscarriage Christmas ornament shows a tree that represents both a family tree and a tree of life, providing a physical nesting place for the child who was lost. I love this ornament because it is true to the experience of all grieving parents regardless of religious beliefs. Also, it’s not breakable, which is huge. If an ornament memorializing a lost child breaks, parents sometimes feel re-traumatized by the experience.

We love this ornament for all loss parents, but because of the customizable name and date, it’s especially wonderful for parents of stillbirth or infant loss. If buying as a gift, I suggest using the baby’s birthday, whether the child was born sleeping or awake.

Angel Miscarriage Christmas Ornaments

Children lost to miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant death are often referred to as “angel babies.” This language doesn’t suit all parents, but it is very comforting to many.

If the miscarriage Christmas ornament is a gift, be sure the person you’re buying for is comforted by the idea of an angel baby. If so, they might really enjoy an ornament that acknowledges that concept.

(1) “Your Wings Were Ready but My Heart Was Not” ornament by Queen Bee Inspirations on Etsy

I love this beautiful ornament because it’s flat, simple, and non-obtrusive. You can customize it, but if you don’t have a name or date you want to include, the ornament is complete even without those added touches.

This is a precious ornament for parents of all types of loss, from early miscarriage to infant death.

(2) Wooden or Aluminum Angel Ornament by Three Dandelion Wishes on Etsy

I love the sweet softness of this ornament, perfect in its simplicity. Sometimes sentiments are best expressed without words, and this ornament does just that.

I love this choice for all types of pregnancy and baby loss.

(3) “Our Angel Baby” acrylic ornament by A Cut Above by Heather on Etsy

This lovely miscarriage Christmas ornament includes baby-sized footprints offered in a variety of colors, and the text and dates are completely customizable. I love the softness of this ornament and how it blends with the rest of the tree, while still providing a sweet remembrance for the parents.

Footprints are commonly used as a symbol for stillbirth, so this is an especially perfect ornament for parents who had a stillborn baby. Even still, it’s a lovely option for parents of all types of loss.

(4) “Our precious angel” ornament by Ornaments In the Green on Etsy

This customizable angel ornament is stunning and unique, allowing you to put the name of the baby on the ornament that will be a beautiful highlight on your tree. It’s among my favorites of all the loss ornaments.

This ornament is perfect for parents of all types of loss, from early pregnancy loss to infant loss.

Miscarriage Christmas Ornaments About Heaven

Although Christmas is a Christian holiday, not everyone who celebrates Christmas is religious. These ornaments are great gifts, but only if you know the person you’re buying for believes their child is in Heaven.

(1) Sleep in Heavenly Peace Ornament by LJG Candles on Etsy

The sentiment of this ornament is stunning. I love the softness of the notion, with the obvious allusion to the all-time favorite holiday song, Silent Night. Parents with a sense of spirituality will be especially touched by this heartfelt ornament.

I love this ornament for all loss parents, but it’s a great choice for parents of earlier losses because of the breadth of its message.

(2) “Heaven is even more beautiful because our daughter is there” ornament from Stanley Winked on Etsy

This sweet ornament is not breakable, which is one of my favorite things about it. You can customize it to include the lost child’s name, if they had one, or you can just say use a last name, like “Baby Harrison.”

This ornament is a special tribute to parents of all types of loss.

(3) First Christmas in Heaven ornament by Whispering Metal Works on Etsy

This beautiful ornament, also not breakable, is perfect for remembering a lost baby.

This ornament should only be gifted the first Christmas after a child dies. Although it’s technically appropriate for all types of losses, I prefer it for parents of stillbirth or infant loss.

What are some of your favorite miscarriage Christmas ornaments?

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