Baby Loss Poems - Letting Go
A lovely poem for those parents who have lost their baby shortly after birth.
Letting Go
A daughter lies in her daddy's arms
She's just a few days old
She doesn't have much time to go
She's feeling slightly cold
Her mum and dad are crying
Their grief is all too clear
Granny bends to pick her up
and there falls a single tear
Her uncle feels a pain so deep
and tries to look so strong
She wishes he'd just let it out
It wouldn't be so wrong
She slowly turns her tiny head
and blinks her one good eye
and begs for god to let her have
Her chance to say goodbye
Her mummy looks at her so close
and says she wants to die
The message that her daughter gives
is written in her eyes
"I wish you didn't look so sad
I'm going to be fine
I'm going to visit Jesus Christ
and see that brother of mine
We'll play lots of happy games
and sing a lovely song
You know you'll see us both in time
In fact it won't be long
Do not grieve and do not cry
I'll be in a better place
and I know that when you join us
There'll be joy upon your face
I know there's not much time left
To tell you what's above
But look into my tiny eyes
and you can see my love
I always will watch over you
With brother, hand in hand
and maybe in a year or two
We hope you'll understand."
Her breathing stops and all is still
The quiet is so loud
Her parents although deeply shocked
Are also very proud.
Author Unknown
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Further Information on Miscarriage and Stillbirth
The Miscarriage Association, ph 01924 200 799, offers support and advice to women, their partners and families who have experienced miscarriage. They have articles covering how you might feel after a miscarriage, special circumstances, trying again and as well as personal reflections by mothers who have experienced miscarriages.
SANDS is an organisation which can offer you support when your baby dies during pregnancy or after birth.
