Grief is a natural and normal response to loss. Grief is not a medical condition however the experience can be physiologically and emotionally intense and the processing of grief can be eased with appropriate support.Sometimes grief can develop into other conditions such as Complicated or Prolonged Grief, Depression, Anxiety, or Trauma related conditions. If you are seeking specialised support and understanding the following organisations may be of help. If you feel that things are not getting better or you would like individual counselling, speak to your GP who may be able to refer you to a psychologist or specialist perinatal service.

Specific infant or pregnancy loss organisations in Australia who may be able to assist you in your grief:

Australia Wide:

Pink elephants; 

Bears of hope; 

Red Nose Australia; 

PANDA; 

Beyond Blue; 

Stillbirth Foundation Australia; 

State by state:

South Australia

Queensland

Australian Capital Territory

Northern Territory

Victoria

Western Australia

New South Wales