Beautiful Child and Baby Cremation Urns
Quick answer: Urns for a baby or child are smaller than adult urns and are usually chosen for their gentleness, a soft heart shape, a small keepsake, or a biodegradable urn for burial or a water ceremony. Sizing is based on body weight at around one cubic inch of capacity per pound, so a baby or young child needs only a small or medium urn. There is no right or wrong choice here, only what brings you comfort.
There are few things harder than choosing an urn for a baby or a child. We have tried to make this guide quiet and practical, so you can find something gentle without having to search. Every urn below is one we currently make, and our team is here if you would rather talk it through with a person.
Soft, heart-shaped urns
A heart shape is a tender choice for a little one. The small Love Heart biodegradable urn is a softly rounded heart that can be kept at home or buried in a garden, where it returns to nature over time.
Small keepsakes to hold close
A small keepsake urn can be kept somewhere personal, a nursery shelf, a bedside table, a quiet corner. The Lumos keepsake and the ivory Crystal Heart keepsake are both gentle, light pieces designed for a small portion of ashes, and they let more than one family member keep a part of their little one close.
Biodegradable urns for burial or water
Many families choose a biodegradable urn so their child can be returned gently to a garden, a meaningful place, or the sea. The small Embrace urn in white hemp is made for burial, while the small Oceane water urn floats softly before dissolving, for a water ceremony.
Choosing the right size
Urn capacity is measured against body weight, roughly one cubic inch of urn for each pound. A baby or young child needs only a small or medium urn. If you are not sure what size to choose, you do not have to work it out alone, send us the details and we will gently guide you.
Frequently asked questions
What size urn is needed for a baby or child?
Far smaller than an adult urn. Capacity is based on body weight at about one cubic inch per pound, so a small or medium urn is usually right for a baby or young child. We are glad to help you choose.
Can a child's urn be buried?
Yes. A small biodegradable urn is made for burial in a garden or natural burial ground, and breaks down naturally over time. Always get the landowner's consent for a garden.
Can the family share the ashes?
Yes. Small keepsake urns and ashes pendants let parents, grandparents, and siblings each keep a small portion close. Many families find this a comfort.
Is there support available?
Yes. Charities such as Sands offer support to anyone affected by the death of a baby. Please reach out to them or to your care team, and to us if we can help with anything practical.
If you would like to talk to someone, contact our team at any time. We will help with care and without pressure.
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