baby was born but died due to the cord being rapped around the neck

[nicki23]

If the baby dies right after birth how long do you have befory having to bury them?

[timslou]

i am so sorry for your loss i too have recently lost a baby and i know the pain you are feeling its usually about a week or two depending on if your baby is having a post mortem then it takes about 4 weeks . well thats going on my experiance anyway at the hospital someone should have given you a bereavment pack explaining the next steps it might be worth you contacting your midwife and i send you much sympathy and hope you find the support you need at this sad time i hope this helps love and prayers

[mstanfordrn42]

I am an OB nurse and I am so very sorry for your lose.  I think the laws probably vary state to state.  I know here in Mississippi, they let the parents carry the baby home and bury themselves.  There was a case where a mom didn't want to bury the baby and social services had to step in.  This is such a sad situation, but the hard truth is you have to bury the baby.  The baby will start decomposing as soon as death occurs.  This could be a health hazard.  Most funeral homes around here provide free caskets to infants.  Please keep me updated on your situation.

[remar]

Oh my gosh, did you lose your baby, or is this some one elses baby that died? I'm so very sorry this happened.
You can wait awhile before the service and burial if you need that time.
I used to work in a funeral home so I know you can wait awhile, unless there were to be an open casket. In that case you should only wait a few days at the most.
Again, I'm truly sorry about what happened. We have a grief forum here at Medhelp and I think it would help you.   Remar