Memorial ceremony in the clinic: bright spots for grieving parents of star children

Memorial ceremony in the clinic: bright spots for grieving parents of star children

Wiener Neustadt, Österreich - On June 5, 2025, a touching commemoration for the so -called “star children” took place in the University Hospital Wiener Neustadt. This event, which was organized by the committed employees of the clinic, aims to offer affected families a space for commemorating, grief and consolation. The ceremony, the personal words that contained the lighting of candles and small gifts, was particularly impressive.

The interim care area manager Lenuta Dragos opened the celebration with a warm speech and emphasized that the parents are not alone in this difficult time. An important message of the event was that the initiative for the annual celebration came from the desire to help the grieving parents and show them that their feelings are heard and understood. This initiative was received very positively by the families, and many had expressed appreciation and compassion for this special commemoration.

a symbol of hope and grief

The term "star children" describes children who die before, during or shortly after birth, which contains both misconceptions and stillbirths. These children represent the hopes and dreams of their parents and offer a certain comfort through the name. The grief for star children is often shaped by strong emotions, including sadness, anger and guilt. It is normal for the mourning process to be individual for everyone. Comforting words, often part of funeral ads or commemorative cards, can help to express these feelings and to give the parents the feeling of not being alone.

The celebration in the clinic also included the release of balloons, which were given the parents' messages. This symbolism caused an emotional moment while the balloons rose to the sky. The ceremony was musically accompanied by the talented Sonja Berger and Tamara Kaiser, who contributed to the atmosphere of the memory.

social support and funeral rituals

The design of funeral ads for star children is an important step towards public recognition of the loss. It should contain gentle, personal words and symbols to give the parents the space to express their pain. In Austria there are also different burial options for star children, from collective burials to individual burials in the family grave. While miscarriages (before the 24th week) do not have a reporting obligation, dead -born children (after the 24th week) must be officially reported.

It is also important for the parents concerned to find out about financial aspects, for example about the assumption of costs by health insurance companies or support from foundations. Coping with grief is a sensitive process, because in addition to the parents, siblings and grandparents also mourn. Open communication within the family can help process the loss together.

Finally, it can be said that the commemoration in the University Hospital Wiener Neustadt was an important step to show the families that their grief is recognized and respected. In conversations, creative forms of expression and with the support of friends and family, many parents find ways to integrate their star child into their lives. Despite the pain, the love and memory of the child remains forever. The University Hospital thanks everyone involved for their commitment and sensitivity on which this important event was based.