6 years ago

There's a rainbow baby movement trending and it is beautiful

A baby following a miscarriage or loss is referred to as a 'rainbow baby' – such a beautiful term, after the storm... comes a pretty rainbow to give hope.

The rainbow has become the symbol for parents who have been through a turbulent time on their journey to parenthood.

The topic of miscarriage is not talked about enough, often whispered about instead of spoken – I should know – I've had three. And that's a lot of awkward people not mentioning the actual word, awkward moments surrounding the mere mention of it, and a general feeling that it is still taboo to talk about. It's NOT!

Supporting a friend suffering a miscarriage can be this beautifully simple

So to help normalise it, parents are taking to Pinterest and Instagram to spread rainbow baby news, announcing it loud and proud, giving a meaningful nod to the baby that they lost, and will never forget. I've chosen just a handful of too-cute ideas to announce a rainbow baby's imminent arrivel!

I've chosen just a handful of too-cute ideas to announce a rainbow baby's imminent arrival!

On January 31 our angels become big sisters to a beautiful baby boy. We have been waiting for this day for 6 years. The emotions running through me these past few days have been strong and I'm trying to figure them all out the wonderful ones and the new feelings of grief over losing the girls. We are so thankful this little guy made it. It was a nerve racking but wonderful pregnancy. His sisters and the rest of his siblings definitely watched over him and kept him safe till he reached exactly 40 weeks gestation. He will know all about them as he grows. This page will stay dedicated our lost angels and grief and how I continue to figure it all out. Because even though he is here they are not and I still miss them tremendously maybe even more ( if that's even possible) because I now know a little bit more of what we have lost. ?

A photo posted by Leonie (@momma_to_8_angels) on Feb 4, 2017 at 6:38am PST

Hand picked for earth by his Big Sister Hadley. ????#loveafterloss #nicu #rainbowbaby #marchofdimes #infantloss

A photo posted by Danielle Hubbard (@hadleysmommy116) on Feb 4, 2017 at 6:45am PST

Maybe Christmas doesn't come from a store. Maybe Christmas perhaps, means a little bit more. Sharing some very exciting news over on the blog! ❤️????

A photo posted by Amber Hill | Mom + Lifestyle (@amberlatelyblog) on Dec 22, 2016 at 6:37pm PST

We had it confirmed yesterday, that #Magpie is a boy! So, today, on Leo's due date anniversary, we wanted to re-introduce Magpie to the world as Leo's Little Brother. This little train was bought for Leo and Magpie at Christmas by my mum - a Leo gift for Magpie to play with in the future. Right now, we feel positive that this could actually happen. So until that positivity fades, we are embracing it and enjoying it - just as we promised ourselves we would from day one. ❤ We love you Leo, and we love you, Magpie. #rainbowbaby #pregnancyafterloss #pregnancy #pregnant #littlebrother #itsaboy #brotherlylove

A photo posted by Jess C-M (@thelegacyofleo) on Feb 3, 2017 at 9:32am PST

After every storm there is a Rainbow of Hope..... here I am! #stephanietignorphotography #rainbowbaby #customsetups #newbornphotography #newborn #fredericksburgvaphotographer #bestwaytocelebrateyourbirthdayisdoingwhatyoulove

A photo posted by Stephanie Tignor (@stephanietignorphotography) on Feb 4, 2017 at 8:09am PST

Sweet little rainbow baby ? {A “rainbow baby” is a baby that is born following a miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal death or infant loss.In the real world, a beautiful and bright rainbow follows a storm and gives hope of things getting better. The rainbow is more appreciated having just experienced the storm in comparison.} . . . #studiobarbiephotography #bloomingtonil #newborn #picture #bloomingtonillinoisphotographer #newbornposing #bloomingtonillinoisnewbornphotographer #newbornphotographer #rainbowbaby

A photo posted by Barbie Plankenhorn (@studiobarbiephotography) on Feb 3, 2017 at 4:34pm PST