Parenting Center

Navigating Pregnancy Loss and Infertility Through Jewish Wisdom

Name: Navigating Pregnancy Loss and Infertility Through Jewish Wisdom
Start: 2026-01-22T19:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-01-22T21:00:00-05:00
Location: Edlavitch DCJCC

Adults (18+)

Date : Thursday, Jan 22

Time : 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Location : Edlavitch DCJCC
1529 Sixteenth Street, NW, Washington, DC

Pregnancy loss and infertility are among the most tender, complex experiences many people face, yet they are often carried in silence. Join us for an evening of compassionate community, gentle ritual, and Jewish wisdom as we create a brave, sacred space for anyone navigating these experiences.

Join the Den Collective Executive Director Rabbi Aderet Drucker, At The Well Founder & CEO Sarah Waxman, and Jewish Fertility Foundation Greater DC Program Manager Shannon Rubin for a gentle evening of listening and tender presence. In this gathering, we will hold community around the pain, hope, and resilience that comes with fertility challenges and pregnancy loss.

Pregnancy loss and infertility are among the most tender, complex experiences many people face, yet they are often carried in silence. Judaism, however, does not turn away from this pain. Our tradition lifts up the stories of Hannah and Sarah, honoring their longing, heartbreak, and resilience, and reminding us that yearning, grief, hope, and healing are all part of a deeply human spiritual journey.

Join us for an evening of compassionate community, gentle ritual, and Jewish wisdom as we create a brave, sacred space for anyone navigating these experiences, whether personally, in partnership, or in support of loved ones. Together, we will ground ourselves, learn from sacred stories, reflect in small groups, and explore Jewish healing practices as tools for emotional, spiritual, and communal support.

This evening is designed for anyone who has experienced pregnancy loss, infertility, or related challenges; those currently navigating these questions; and individuals supporting loved ones on this path. We welcome people of all identities, backgrounds, and levels of Jewish knowledge.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Miriam Szubin at mszubin@edcjcc.org.