The latest news from the Miscarriage Association
3rd November 2025
This week is Trustees’ Week (3-7 November), and we want to take a moment to celebrate and thank our incredible Board of Trustees – a group of dedicated volunteers who give their time, skills and expertise to guide and strengthen the Miscarriage Association. Trustees’ Week is a national celebration of the people who give their […]
23rd May 2025
The Silence of Pregnancy Loss Pregnancy loss is one of the most profound and private griefs a person can experience. For many, it’s a sorrow marked not by shared rituals or recognition, but by silence. The loss of a baby during pregnancy can feel like a loss of dreams, of possibility and love. And yet, […]
19th December 2024
We know that facing the festive season can sometimes be really difficult for those who have been through pregnancy loss. Many of you will be thinking about the little lives lost too soon. We want you to know that it’s okay to feel whatever you’re feeling and to do whatever you need. Take care of […]
1st October 2024
Pregnancy loss can be a devastating experience, and weeks like Baby Loss Awareness Week can be really triggering. With this year’s theme in mind, Together We Care, we’ve shared some tips on how you can take care of yourself: Do what feels right to you. Everyone feels their loss differently. If it serves you […]
9th September 2024
The devastating impact of the pandemic on people experiencing pregnancy loss has been highlighted by the UK Covid-19 Inquiry. The latest stage of the inquiry, which started on Monday 9th September, focuses on the effects of the pandemic on healthcare, including the impact on pregnancy, maternity and neonatal care. At the opening hearing, Jacqueline Carey […]
23rd July 2024
For women and birthing people that have previously experienced pregnancy loss, becoming pregnant again and attending scans and appointments can be an anxious time, and these appointments can be triggering. They are often stark reminders of what can, and what did, go wrong. The kind of care that women or couples receive from their GP, hospital […]
17th July 2024
Pregnancy after loss can be an anxious experience, and this anxiety can be triggered by health appointments, which can include ultrasound scans. It’s common to feel nervous or frightened at this time. You may find yourself remembering what happened the last time you had a scan, especially if this scan brought sad news. If you […]
2nd July 2024
Miscarriage can be incredibly tough – not just because of the physical and emotional experience but in dealing with historic taboos that can make it difficult to talk about, even with family and friends. But in some cultures, that sense of stigma, and even shame, can be felt even more keenly. Here, our guest blogger […]
17th April 2024
In our fantastic new fundraiser this May we’re asking people to host a coffee morning, afternoon tea, or bake sale to raise awareness of the impact of pregnancy loss. To join in you just need to choose your event type, date and time, set up your fundraising page and get baking! Once you’re set up […]