The latest news from the Miscarriage Association
24th November 2021
NICE has today published updated important guidance on the diagnosis and initial management of ectopic pregnancy and miscarriage[1]. Based on a systematic review of research studies[2], including the PRISM trial, it includes new recommendations on the use of progesterone for women[3] who have vaginal bleeding in early pregnancy and have had one or more previous […]
9th October 2021
Today marks the start of Baby Loss Awareness Week, a special annual event to mark the lives of babies lost in pregnancy or during or soon after birth and to raise public awareness of pregnancy and baby loss. Wellbeing The Miscarriage Association is joining with over 100 other charities or groups from around the UK […]
6th September 2021
Our new campaign urges workplaces to commit to supporting employees through the distress of miscarriage. We are encouraging businesses and organisations to take the Pregnancy Loss Pledge to ensure that staff experiencing pregnancy loss get the support and time off they need. By taking the pledge, organisations agree to meet the M.A.’s standard, which asks […]
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 […]