Events & Updates

Join us on Tuesday, October 15th, 2024 from 6-8pm in the Creekside Barn at Roca Berry Farm for our annual Wave of Light. The Wave of Light is an international event tied to Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day on October 15th each year. On this day, those who have experienced the loss of a baby are encouraged to light a candle of remembrance at 7pm. When participants in each time zone light a candle at 7pm and keep it burning for one hour, it creates a continuous “wave of light” around the world.

No Footprint Too Small recently received over 150 rainbow keychains made by TeamMates mentors and mentees, signifying hope to many PAIL families. Thank you, TeamMates!

No Footprint Too Small recently received a grant from Lincoln South Rotary and community outreach coordinator Rachel Schaben had the opportunity to present at a recent meeting. Thank you, Lincoln South Rotary!

FREE Restorative Yoga will be offered once a month for adults impacted by pregnancy or infant loss. Join us on the 3rd Friday of every month at Studio 4:8 Yoga!

The idea that holidays are spent with loved ones was imprinted on our psyche at a young age. Generally, we celebrate and give meaning to these days with those who we call family. However, when a family member or loved one is missing, the holidays aren’t always a time of cheer and joy. Holidays, birthdays, and other milestone days can seem to magnify the pain of the loss we have experienced. We may feel sadder, lonelier, and may feel a need for more support. These feelings may feel significantly overwhelming especially during the first year following a loss.

You may be wondering things like “will this (insert holiday or special day) ever be the same without my loved one?” or “how am I going to be able to celebrate without my loved one here?” You may also be experiencing anxiety or fear about how you may feel on those particular days. Will it be a day of remembering your loved one fondly, or will it be a day remembering the pain of their loss?

Although it may seem appealing to skip the holidays, birthdays, and other milestone days all together after the death of a loved one, there are coping strategies available that will allow you to lean into your grief and promote healing while being able to incorporate your loved one into these special days if you choose.

Restorative Yoga will meet four times before the end of the year! We hope you can join us!

The WALK TO REMEMBER takes place each October during NATIONAL PREGNANCY and INFANT LOSS AWARENESS MONTH to remember the 870,000 babies who die each year through miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, stillbirth or newborn death. The walk symbolically unites those who have experienced the loss and those who care for them, and raises public awareness to ensure parents receive the sensitivity they deserve. The babies’ names will be written on slips of paper and placed in the soil around the roots of the Snowdrift Crab tree dedicated in 1993. This event is sponsored by Bryan Health and CHI Health St. Elizabeth.

Sunday, October 1, 2023, 1 - 2 p.m.
Lincoln Memorial Park
6700 South 14th Street
Lincoln, Nebraska

At No Footprint Too Small, we have listened to the needs of our community and recognize the importance of support groups. We are excited to announce that we will be launching monthly support groups this fall. This initiative aims to provide a safe and understanding space for individuals who have experienced baby loss to come together, share their stories, and find comfort in the company of others who understand.

Join us on the first Thursday of every month starting October 5th, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Harbor Coffee House (1400 Pioneers Boulevard in Lincoln) for our support groups. Enjoy snacks and drinks provided.

Special thanks to our generous sponsors, Bryan Health and CHI St. Elizabeth. Your partnership and contributions have made these support groups possible. Thank you for assisting us in our mission to provide essential resources to families in need.

Join us at Deer Springs Winery on Sunday, October 15th, 2023 for our annual Wave of Light. Get ready for a heartwarming and meaningful event as No Footprint Too Small prepares for our annual Wave of Light event. This special gathering is dedicated to honoring and remembering babies who left this world too soon.