The latest news from the Miscarriage Association
22nd November 2023
This time last week, three of the M.A. team were setting off for the annual conference of the Association of Early Pregnancy Units. With close to 400 delegates, speakers and contributors, it was a packed and powerful event. There were lectures, posters, discussions and workshops on research and on clinical care, on treatment and on […]
3rd November 2023
After thirty years of service our very first National Director, Ruth Bender Atik is retiring and we are recruiting for a new CEO. Our next Chief Executive will have the full support of the trustees to develop the strategy that will take the Miscarriage Association through the next chapter of its journey, based on a […]
13th October 2023
We are so thankful to everyone who contributes to Baby Loss Awareness Week. Sharing stories, raising funds and getting involved on social media – it all helps us to spread the word and raise awareness of the impact of miscarriage, ectopic and molar pregnancy. Crucially, you help us all create and maintain this special opportunity […]
26th June 2023
The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) has updated its guidance for doctors on caring for people with recurrent miscarriage. They have also published a patient information leaflet. What is new? There is a change in the definition of recurrent miscarriage more consideration of the occasions where someone might be offered tests after two […]
22nd June 2023
When someone you care about goes through a miscarriage, ectopic or molar pregnancy, it can be difficult to know how to support them, especially if you haven’t been through it yourself. You may feel worried about saying or doing the wrong thing or be hesitant to bring it up in case it upsets them. We […]
20th June 2023
We understand that experiencing a miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy or molar pregnancy can bring up a whole range of feelings, like shock, sadness and grief, which can sometimes feel really overwhelming. Pregnancy loss can also affect people’s mental health. These are understandable reactions to loss but we know they can be difficult to cope with. Last […]
17th April 2023
We’re looking for a part-time (21 hours) Fundraising Administrator to help us fulfil our aim of ensuring that everyone affected by pregnancy loss gets the care and support that’s right for them. To succeed in this role, you’ll need good all-round office skills, and CRM system or database experience is essential. You’ll be well-versed in […]
14th March 2023
The Scottish Government has today, Tuesday 14 March, announced a new Memorial Book and commemorative certificate for those who have experienced a loss before 24 weeks of pregnancy. Until now, only losses from 24 weeks of pregnancy, legally known as stillbirths, are – and by law must be – registered. The new memorial book and […]
1st March 2023
A group of charities, including the Miscarriage Association, has told the UK Covid-19 Inquiry how all aspects of pregnancy, maternity, neonatal and postnatal care were dramatically disrupted during the pandemic. Representing the charities, barrister Adam Wagner yesterday (Feb 28th 2023) told the inquiry about the devastating impact of the pandemic on pregnancy loss care. He […]