The latest news from the Miscarriage Association
16th April 2024
We’re really encouraged that a scheme to formally recognise baby and pregnancy loss before 24 weeks in Northern Ireland has taken another step forward. Yesterday (Monday 15th April), the NI Assembly unanimously passed a motion to progress the Baby Loss Certificate scheme. In a video afterwards, First Minister Michelle O’Neill stated that executives were now […]
15th April 2024
Our new monthly ‘Professional Pause’ sessions provide a safe space for all healthcare professionals working in early pregnancy. It’s an opportunity to discuss and reflect on challenging aspects of work – an open forum to discuss difficult situations or cases, enable people to share experiences, and offer each other support. The sessions will be facilitated […]
4th April 2024
The Miscarriage Association is pleased to welcome Vicki Robinson as our new Chief Executive Officer. Vicki has taken up this new role following four successful years working as our Deputy Director. She will be responsible for leading the M.A. as it starts a new chapter in its 40-year history. Prior to joining the M.A. in […]
13th March 2024
We’ve been delighted to be able to support the development of NHS England’s new National Pregnancy and Baby Loss People Policy Framework for NHS Trusts. As part of this, NHS staff who suffer a pregnancy or baby loss before 24 weeks of pregnancy will now receive up to ten days additional paid leave, under new […]
4th March 2024
According to the recent CIPD report, 63% of employers provide little to no support for those affected by pregnancy loss. In this blog, we’re going to show you how you can implement lasting support in your organisation. As an employer, it can be difficult to know how to support colleagues or staff affected by pregnancy […]
29th February 2024
Going through a miscarriage can be devastating in many ways – the emotional distress alone can feel overwhelming. It is important to be kind and patient with yourself and seek all the support you need. Your body will also need time to adjust, which can mean your periods after miscarriage may be a bit different. […]
22nd February 2024
We’re extremely pleased that, from today (22nd February 2024), official certificates will be available for women and their partners who have experienced a pregnancy or baby loss before 24 weeks. Until now, only losses from 24 weeks onwards have been formally recognised. We, along with other pregnancy and baby loss charities like Sands, Tommy’s and […]
20th February 2024
We’re pleased to announce that NHS Scotland has formally signed our Pregnancy Loss Pledge on behalf of all its 22 NHS organisations, which have a collective 183,000 colleagues. By taking the pledge, NHS Scotland is committing to encouraging and allowing employees to take the time off they need to start their recovery after loss – […]
5th February 2024
We are supporting the MiNESS 20-28 study, which is looking at factors which might be linked to pregnancy losses between 20 and 28 weeks of pregnancy. In the UK, 1,600 babies a year die during this period, and it’s important to know if there are practical steps that could reduce this number. This excellent video […]