Miscarriage is an incredibly personal and often isolating experience, leaving many moms navigating a mix of emotions that can feel overwhelming. Journaling can be a gentle and healing practice during this time, helping moms process their emotions, honor their loss, and find moments of clarity and strength.

This post provides 100 thoughtful journal prompts designed to help mothers grieving a miscarriage connect with their emotions, find peace, and move forward with love and resilience.

Why Journaling Helps During a Miscarriage

Writing can be a powerful outlet for emotions, providing:

• A safe space to express feelings without judgment.
• A way to clarify thoughts when words feel hard to speak aloud.
• An opportunity to reflect, heal, and grow over time.

100 Journal Prompts for Moms Going Through Miscarriage

Acknowledging Your Feelings

1. How am I feeling emotionally right now?
2. What physical sensations am I noticing today?
3. What’s the one emotion I feel strongest about today?
4. How has this experience changed my perspective on grief?
5. What’s one word that captures my feelings about this loss?
6. How do I feel when I think about what happened?
7. What emotions am I afraid to face right now?
8. How has my understanding of grief evolved?
9. What does sadness feel like in my body?
10. How do I give myself permission to feel everything I need to?

Honoring the Loss

11. What did I dream or imagine for this baby’s future?
12. How can I create a ritual to honor this loss?
13. What’s one way I want to remember my baby?
14. What would I say to my baby if I could?
15. How would I describe the love I feel for my baby?
16. What’s one way I can carry my baby’s memory with me?
17. How do I think my baby would want me to feel in the future?
18. What’s a symbol or item that reminds me of my baby?
19. How can I create something meaningful to honor this experience?
20. What do I want others to know about my baby and this journey?

Processing Grief

21. What are the hardest parts of this experience for me right now?
22. How do I cope with feelings of guilt, if any?
23. What does healing look like for me today?
24. What’s a piece of advice I would give to another mom experiencing this?
25. How do I want to approach grief differently?
26. What’s one thing I need to forgive myself for?
27. How can I remind myself that grief is a journey, not a destination?
28. What does self-compassion look like in this moment?
29. How can I create a space for my grief to feel heard?
30. What’s one way to let go of the pain while keeping the love?

Reflecting on Support

31. Who has been the most supportive during this time?
32. How can I communicate my needs to loved ones?
33. What do I wish my friends and family understood about my grief?
34. How do I feel about sharing my story with others?
35. What’s something I can do to show gratitude to those who support me?
36. How has this experience changed my relationships with others?
37. What’s a boundary I need to set to protect my emotional well-being?
38. How can I remind myself that it’s okay to ask for help?
39. What’s one kind thing someone has said or done that meant a lot to me?
40. How can I show compassion for those who don’t fully understand what I’m going through?

Finding Strength

41. What’s something I’ve learned about myself through this experience?
42. How have I demonstrated resilience, even in small ways?
43. What’s one thing I’ve done that I’m proud of during this journey?
44. How can I acknowledge my strength without minimizing my pain?
45. What’s a mantra or affirmation that resonates with me right now?
46. How can I find hope even in difficult moments?
47. What’s one thing I’ve accomplished that I didn’t think I could?
48. How can I celebrate small victories in my healing process?
49. What inspires me to keep moving forward?
50. How do I define strength for myself during this time?

Navigating Future Decisions

51. How do I feel about the possibility of trying for another baby?
52. What fears or concerns do I have about future pregnancies?
53. How can I approach future decisions with self-compassion?
54. What’s one way I can honor this experience in my future journey?
55. What’s something I want to remember if I become pregnant again?
56. How do I want to balance hope and caution moving forward?
57. What’s one step I can take toward embracing the future?
58. How do I want to celebrate future milestones in ways that honor this journey?
59. What does courage look like as I think about what’s next?
60. How can I trust myself to make the best decisions for my healing and future?

Nurturing Self-Care

61. What’s one self-care practice I’ve found helpful?
62. How can I incorporate mindfulness into my day?
63. What does rest look like for me today?
64. How can I practice self-kindness in moments of sadness?
65. What’s one small thing I can do to bring myself comfort?
66. How can I create a safe space for my emotions?
67. What’s one way to prioritize my physical well-being right now?
68. How do I feel about seeking therapy or support groups?
69. What’s a favorite memory or activity that brings me joy?
70. How can I balance grief with moments of peace?

Reconnecting with Self

71. Who am I beyond this experience of loss?
72. How do I define my identity as a mother?
73. What’s something I’ve rediscovered about myself during this time?
74. How can I explore my passions and interests again?
75. What’s a creative outlet I’d like to try or revisit?
76. How can I reconnect with the parts of me that feel distant?
77. What does joy mean to me now?
78. What’s one way I can show love to myself today?
79. How do I want to grow through this experience?
80. What’s a lesson I’ve learned about myself that I want to carry forward?

Looking Forward

81. What do I hope for in the next year?
82. How do I envision my healing journey continuing?
83. What’s one thing I’d like to accomplish in the future?
84. How can I create meaningful traditions or rituals moving forward?
85. What’s a way I can honor this experience in my everyday life?
86. How can I welcome joy and gratitude back into my life?
87. What’s a way I can stay connected to my baby’s memory?
88. How do I want to feel about this experience five years from now?
89. What’s a dream or goal I can work toward?
90. How can I keep moving forward without forgetting the past?

Honoring Progress

91. What’s one way I’ve grown emotionally through this journey?
92. How have I built resilience in the face of pain?
93. What’s one positive change I’ve made since this experience?
94. How can I celebrate my healing, even in small ways?
95. What’s something I’d like to say to my past self?
96. How do I feel about where I am today compared to where I started?
97. What’s one way I can inspire hope in others?
98. How can I remind myself that progress doesn’t have to be linear?
99. What’s something I’m grateful for about my healing journey?
100. How can I celebrate the love I’ve found within myself?

Recommendations for Journaling Moms

• Journals:
  • Grief Day by Day Journal by Jan Warner
  • Healing After Loss Guided Journal by Martha Whitmore Hickman
• Books:
  • Empty Cradle, Broken Heart by Deborah L. Davis
  • The Miscarriage Map by Sunita Osborn
• Self-Care Tools:
  • Calm Strips for grounding exercises.
  • Essential Oil Diffuser for creating a soothing journaling atmosphere.

Final Thoughts

Journaling through a miscarriage is a powerful way to honor your grief and embrace healing. These 100 prompts are here to guide you on this journey, helping you reconnect with your emotions, your baby’s memory, and your strength.

If you found these prompts helpful, let me know in the comments or share with someone who might benefit from them.