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!
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!
Tell us about your rainbow babies in the comments, it feels good to share!
