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Trusting Jesus to Heal Your Heart as He Holds Your Baby in Heaven – A Biblical Guide for Grieving Miscarriage, Stillbirth, and Infant Loss
Cradled in Hope:
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A mother's heart is shattered and forever changed when she loses a precious baby. The sorrow runs deep, the questions feel unanswerable, and the emptiness is overwhelming. Cradled in Hope is a Christ-centered book for grieving moms that offers real comfort, biblical truth, and compassionate guidance through the heartbreak of pregnancy and infant loss.
Ashley Opliger, host of the Cradled in Hope podcast, understands this pain intimately. When her daughter, Bridget, was born into Heaven at 24 weeks, Ashley wrestled with sadness, anger, and profound questions about God's goodness. But in the midst of her grief, she uncovered a tender truth: Jesus not only cradles our babies in Heaven--He also holds and heals our broken hearts here on earth. Ashley then founded Bridget's Cradles in her daughter's memory, a national nonprofit that donates knit and crocheted cradles to hospitals in all 50 states to lovingly hold stillborn babies. The ministry now comforts thousands of grieving families through these cradles, support groups, remembrance events, and online hope-filled resources. Through this calling, Ashley has witnessed firsthand how God brings beauty from brokenness and purpose from even the deepest pain.
With grace and vulnerability, Ashley guides heartbroken moms on a journey to trust Him to heal their hearts, restore their joy, and use their grief for good. Through raw honesty, heartfelt prayers, and Scripture-based encouragement, Cradled in Hope creates a sacred space for grieving moms to cry, ask why, feel the weight of their sadness, and begin to heal--not alone, but alongside Ashley, the Bridget's Cradles community, and the comforting presence of Jesus. If your arms feel painfully empty, Cradled in Hope will draw you to the embrace of Jesus--and remind you that through faith in Him, you'll spend eternity with your baby in Heaven.
Real hope for your broken heart
Sarah Philpott, bestselling author of books, including Loved Baby: 31 Devotions Helping You Grieve and Cherish Your Child After Pregnancy Loss
Endorsements of Hope and Healing
“Cradled in Hope beautifully weaves together the emotional pain of miscarriage and stillbirth with the comforting presence of God. Ashley’s book is a heartfelt reminder that healing and hope are found in His embrace. This tender guide is for anyone seeking peace while they grieve. It is a great joy to know resources, such as this must-read book, exist to care for women.”
Becky Thompson, USA TODAY bestselling author
“Beautifully pointing the hurting heart to the hope of the Gospel, Ashley Opliger’s Cradled in Hope gently (yet powerfully) carries the reader toward the promise of healing Jesus offers and His promised presence in the midst of such a painful season. I experienced my own miscarriages over fifteen years ago, and I still found Ashley’s inspired words deeply moving. Cradled in Hope is a gift to those who are ready to trust Jesus to heal their hearts as He holds their babies in Heaven, and it is a much-needed resource for the body of Christ.”
Endorsements of Hope and Healing
Julie Busler, Bible teacher, speaker, and author of Joyful Sorrow and Hopeful Sorrow
“Cradled in Hope is a compassionate and faith-filled resource for anyone grieving miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss. Ashley Opliger not only tenderly weaves encouragement and biblical hope into each page, but also provides practical guidance for navigating grief. This book is a comforting companion, reminding readers that even in sorrow, there is hope.”
Endorsements of Hope and Healing
Jenny Albers, author of Courageously Expecting: 30 Days of Encouragement for Pregnancy After Loss
“Ashley Opliger meets grieving mothers in the darkness of pregnancy and infant loss and shines the light of hope. She approaches the heartbreaking and traumatic realities of loss with candor while boldly proclaiming Jesus. Cradled in Hope weaves together hurt and healing in a profoundly beautiful way.”
Endorsements of Hope and Healing
Jennie Parks, Executive Director of Hope Mommies
“Cradled in Hope is a tender, truth-filled guide for every mother who has faced the unbearable sorrow of losing a baby. With deep compassion and unwavering faith, Ashley invites grieving moms into a sacred space where their pain is acknowledged, their babies are remembered, and their hearts are gently led to Jesus. She writes like a trusted friend sitting beside you—listening, understanding, and reminding you that while grief is heavy, hope is always within reach. As someone who has walked the painful road of baby loss, I am profoundly grateful for this book. It is a gift to any mother searching for comfort, a firm foundation of faith, and the promise that she is not alone. Ashley’s words are a light in the darkness, pointing every hurting heart to the One who cradles both us and our babies in His arms.”
Endorsements of Hope and Healing
Kristin Hernandez, host of the Hope Mommies Podcast and author of Sunlight in December: A Mother’s Story of Finding the Goodness of God in the Storm of Grief
“Ashley Opliger is the compassionate friend we all need in grief—holding your hand with understanding and care while continually pointing to the unshakable hope we have in Christ. This book is a beautiful biblical companion, filled with truth, comfort, and hope on every page.”
Endorsements of Hope and Healing
- Prayer and Scripture
- Reflection Questions
- Encouragement & Healing Steps
Paperback
Offered in Multiple Formats:
Kindle E-Book
Audiobook
(Read by the Author)
This beautiful companion journal invites you to draw near to Jesus in your grief—designed with fillable fields so you can type directly from your device as you write, reflect, and apply biblical truth to your healing journey. It features journaling prompts, Scripture, guided charts, and additional resources.
Write, reflect, find hope
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Guided Journal
We’ve partnered with Watermark Books, our local independent bookstore in Wichita, Kansas, to offer signed copies of Cradled in Hope. Available both in-store and online, each book is personally signed by Ashley with an encouraging note. This hand-signed edition makes a beautiful gift for a grieving mom in your life or a special keepsake to comfort your own heart.
Signed Copies available Through Watermark Books
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You can also listen to Cradled in Hope on Audible, narrated by the author, Ashley Opliger. Whether you're driving, taking a walk, or resting at home, the audiobook allows you to hear Ashley’s heartfelt words just as she intended—spoken with compassion, faith, and deep understanding. Let her voice walk with you through your grief, offering comfort and Christ-centered hope wherever you are.
Cradled in Hope
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You’re not alone in your grief—or your reading journey. We’ve created a special Book Club series on the Cradled in Hope podcast to go along with each chapter as you read the book. In each episode, Ashley walks you through the heart behind the chapter, expands on key themes, and offers extra encouragement. Whether you're reading on your own or with a group, these companion episodes are a comforting guide through your grief journey.
Walk Through the Book
with the Author
Cradled in Hope Podcast
Join us for a candlelight vigil to honor precious babies in Heaven and support families who have experienced pregnancy or infant loss. Together, we will light the night with hope and remembrance!
BEECH LAKE, OCtober 15, 2025
Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Day
