Amber Sperling Social Work and Psychotherapy Services

10/18/2026

10/18/2026

It was an honour to be part of Bridget's Bunnies walk for pregnancy and infant loss. This is such an incredible organization that supports people in their darkest moments.

The turnout today demonstrated that community and supports are there. You are not alone.

10/15/2026

Say their baby’s name, if you know it.

Acknowledge the loss. “This is heartbreaking.” “I’m so sorry your baby died.” “I’m thinking of you and remembering them.”

No “at least it was early.” No “at least you have other children.” No “at least you can try again.”

Pain can be a full sentence. It does not need a silver lining.

Sit with how hard this is. Listen when they want to talk. Respect when they don’t. Bring dinner. Remember the dates. Keep checking in after everyone else has gone back to their routines.

Their baby remains part of their story.

And remember the wider family.

Grandparents grieving a grandchild while watching their own child hurt. Aunts and uncles missing a niece or nephew. Partners trying to support someone they love while carrying their own grief.

They deserve care and space for their grief, too.

This Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day, we’re remembering the babies who are missed and acknowledging the families living with that loss.

We’ll be at ’s Run this Saturday, walking alongside families and remembering together. 🤍

Save or share this to help someone show up with care.

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10/14/2026

You don't have to choose between grieving and living.

If you're trying to conceive, you can carry the grief and still let yourself have the things that bring you joy right now. You can hold space for a future you can't see yet.

If you'd like someone to hold that with you, Ashley has evening appointments this week, in person in Orillia or virtual anywhere in Ontario. Link in bio.

Part 3 of 3. Parts 1 and 2 are on our profile.

10/13/2026

10/12/2026

If this weekend comes with a pregnancy announcement, or someone asking when it's your turn, this one is for you.

When you're trying to conceive, it can feel like everyone else's life keeps moving while yours stands still. Sadness and jealousy can show up out of nowhere.

You're not a bad person for feeling them. And you're not alone in it.

Ashley has evening appointments this week, in Orillia or virtually across Ontario. Link in bio.
Part 2 of 3.