The latest news from the Miscarriage Association
24th June 2021
Last Sunday was Father’s Day – a time that’s full of fun for many but can be especially difficult for those who are grieving lost fatherhood after miscarriage, ectopic or molar pregnancy. And while the sensitivities of Mother’s Day are increasingly recognised, it is rare for much mention to be made at all of men’s […]
14th June 2021
After a miscarriage or ectopic or molar pregnancy, many people choose to mark their loss in some way. It’s always a very personal choice but we know that lots of people like to light candles in memory, often on the anniversary of a loss and perhaps as part of the Wave of Light at the […]
8th June 2021
It can be tough to find the words to express sympathy after a friend, family member or colleague has experienced a miscarriage. Often the most appropriate cards on offer are blank – which can still leave people lost for words. So we’re pleased to let you know that we’ve teamed up with the Card Factory […]
26th May 2021
It’s been nearly two months since the government of New Zealand announced the provision of three days’ paid parental bereavement leave after miscarriage and stillbirth. This provision is significant. It recognises that for many women and partners, the experience of miscarriage or stillbirth is a bereavement. Whether that loss happens at six weeks or 36 […]
16th March 2021
The experience of second trimester loss, miscarriage after 13 weeks of pregnancy, can come as a huge shock. The care, information and support that women and their partners receive during this time is crucial in helping them through these most difficult of times – and we want to help to make that better. So today, […]
15th February 2021
We share with deep sadness the loss of Mana Hazlett, who died last week. A Miscarriage Association volunteer since 1989, Mana offered telephone support and ran the Glasgow support group until only very recently. Those of us who knew her, and those who were supported by her, will always remember her as a vibrant, seemingly […]
11th January 2021
As we enter our second week of lockdown in the UK, with increasing rates of infection and hospitalisation, we know that some of you will be worrying about how this might impact on your care in pregnancy or during or after a loss. You may be confused too about messaging regarding Covid-19 vaccination. It is […]
21st December 2020
We know that facing the festive season can sometimes be a struggle for those who have been through pregnancy loss. At a time when children are often at the forefront of everyone’s minds, many of you will be thinking about your lost babies and what might have been. You might already be thinking about ways […]
2nd December 2020
When Meghan, the Duchess of Sussex published an article in the New York Times last week, sharing her experience of miscarriage, it sparked a huge wave of media coverage. As we responded to calls and emails seeking comment, case studies and background information, it wasn’t difficult to note the common themes: Should high profile people […]