The latest news from the Miscarriage Association
20th October 2025
Baby Loss Awareness Week 2025 was a powerful time of reflection, remembrance and collective action. Across the country, individuals and communities came together to honour the little lives lost too soon, and to raise awareness of the need for understanding and compassionate support after pregnancy loss. Our first in-person Wave of Light Remembrance Event This […]
15th October 2025
On 15 October 2025, as Baby Loss Awareness Week draws to a close, leaders, campaigners and supporters gathered at the House of Commons to celebrate a historic step forward in workplace rights; the introduction of a protected bereavement leave for those experiencing miscarriage. Hosted by Sarah Owen MP on behalf of the Miscarriage Association, and […]
14th October 2025
We are pleased to share that the Welsh Government has announced its commitment to introduce a baby loss certificate scheme for losses before 24 weeks of pregnancy. The news follows the rollout of baby loss certificates in England in February 2024, which has seen more than 100,000 certificates issued. Claire Hughes, MP for Bangor Aberconwy, […]
8th October 2025
For many, Baby Loss Awareness Week (9-15 October) is first and foremost a time of remembrance, a chance to honour the little lives lost too soon and to connect with others who understand. It’s a space to reflect, to come together as a community, and to know you are not alone. But it’s also an […]
8th October 2025
For the first time this year, the Miscarriage Association has secured matched funding through the Big Give Women and Girls Match Fund, providing a unique opportunity for our supporters to make twice the difference for those affected by pregnancy loss. From now until 12 noon on 15 October, all donations made to the Miscarriage Association […]
1st October 2025
We are thrilled to announce that Elizabeth Day is joining the Miscarriage Association as an official Ambassador. A bestselling author, broadcaster, and creator of the podcast How to Fail, Elizabeth has spoken publicly about her personal journey with miscarriage, IVF, and infertility, including the difficult decision to stop trying for children. Her courage and openness […]
24th September 2025
We know that pregnancy after loss can be a very frightening and anxious time, which is why clear guidance around taking medication is so important. Following recent claims, the UK medicines regulator, the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), have confirmed that there is no evidence that taking paracetamol during pregnancy causes autism in […]
4th September 2025
We are delighted to announce that Sarah Owen MP has become an official ambassador for the Miscarriage Association. Sarah has been a powerful and consistent advocate for those affected by pregnancy loss, both in Parliament and beyond. As Chair of the Women and Equalities Committee (WEC), she played a pivotal role in our recent campaign […]
14th August 2025
We’re inviting individuals from organisations of all sizes and sectors to join our brand new Pregnancy Loss and the Workplace: Lunch and Learn Programme. A series of free, interactive online sessions designed to help you better understand and respond to pregnancy loss at work. Whether you’re a HR professional, a manager, or team member, these […]