The latest news from the Miscarriage Association
7th April 2026
Starting on 6 April, women and their partners affected by pregnancy loss in Northern Ireland will be offered two weeks paid bereavement leave. On BBC Breakfast, our volunteers Erin and Anna shared their thoughts on this change, and how it might have helped them through their own previous losses, alongside The White Butterfly Foundation. Speaking about the impact of […]
31st March 2026
For many people, seeing a positive pregnancy test brings excitement, joy and anticipation. But when you’ve experienced miscarriage before, a new pregnancy can feel very different. Alongside hope, there may also be fear, anxiety, grief, and uncertainty. As a maternal mental health counsellor, I often work with women who describe pregnancy after miscarriage as an […]
26th March 2026
The UK Government has published a new Pandemic Preparedness Strategy, setting out how the country will strengthen its response to future health emergencies, backed by around £1 billion of investment in health protection measures. Importantly, it recognises that women and partners experiencing miscarriage and pregnancy loss were not adequately supported during the COVID-19 pandemic. We welcome […]
23rd March 2026
On Friday 20 March, the Scottish Government confirmed that Scotland will become the first country in the UK to introduce a miscarriage patient charter, providing clear information on the care and support people can expect from NHS services. The Miscarriage Association has been closely involved in supporting the development of this work. The charter has been commissioned […]
19th March 2026
The UK Covid-19 Inquiry has today (19 March) published its third report looking at what happened to the NHS and health services during the pandemic, including shedding light on how restrictions affected access to pregnancy care at the time. We welcome the Report’s recognition of the significant impact on those experiencing pregnancy loss during this time. It highlights how many women were […]
18th March 2026
We welcome the announcement of a new taskforce to oversee action on the recommendations of the National Maternity and Neonatal Investigation, led by Baroness Amos. The 17-member taskforce will be chaired by the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Wes Streeting, and brings together an expert panel including senior NHS leaders, royal colleges, campaigners, academics […]
11th March 2026
Last week (5 March), the Miscarriage Association visited Scottish Parliament to co-host an evening reception with the Scottish Baby Loss Collaborative. The collaborative has a united vision, that everyone in Scotland deserves access to the care and support they need around pregnancy, baby or infant loss. The event was sponsored by Paul McLennan MSP and […]
11th March 2026
For many people, Mother’s Day is a time of celebration. A day filled with cards, flowers and messages of appreciation. But for those who have experienced pregnancy loss, the day can feel very different. Mother’s Day can bring a mix of emotions: grief for the baby you lost, longing for the future you hoped for, […]
9th March 2026
Our major new report, Miscarriage in the UK, published in March 2026, reveals that more than six in ten women (65%) say they did not receive adequate follow-up care after miscarriage. The report, based on the experiences of more than 1,000 people affected by pre-24-week pregnancy loss across the UK, highlights widespread gaps in healthcare, […]