Kempten hosts exhibition on miscarriage and stillbirth support

A traveling exhibition titled ‘Sternenkinder – wenn die Wiege leer bleibt’ (Star Children – when the cradle remains empty) has arrived in the Kempten and Oberallgäu regions of Germany to address the taboo of miscarriage and stillbirth.

Organized by a network including midwives, Pro Familia, and various counseling centers, the project aims to provide information and support for families experiencing pregnancy loss. The exhibition is designed to be accessible in public spaces, such as the Sonthofen district office and the Kempten city library, allowing visitors to engage with the topic at their own pace without the pressure of direct conversation.

In addition to supporting grieving parents, the initiative seeks to facilitate exchange among professionals, including doctors, therapists, and midwives. Organizers noted that the need for processing such experiences extends across generations, as even women who experienced loss many years ago often seek ways to come to terms with their grief.