The latest news from the Miscarriage Association
16th October 2024
We’ve been delighted to be able to support the development of a new TUC Northern workplace model policy, which advocates for better support for employees affected by pregnancy loss. The policy provides for 10 days of paid leave for all employees who experience a loss, and five days for partners/co-parents, recognising the need for support […]
10th October 2024
We are concerned to note an increase in deaths from ectopic pregnancy, as highlighted in today’s MBRRACE-UK ‘Saving Lives, Improving Mother’s Care’ report. The report notes that ectopic pregnancy deaths have almost doubled in the last five years – from 5 cases noted in the 2019 report to 12 in today’s report. The report also […]
9th October 2024
We are pleased to share that, as of today (Wednesday, 9th October), the Government has announced that everyone who has experienced pregnancy loss—regardless of when it occurred—can now apply for a certificate that formally acknowledges their loss. Since the scheme launched in February 2024, over 50,000 certificates have been issued, but until now, they were […]
7th October 2024
The distress and trauma suffered by people experiencing pregnancy loss during the pandemic was today spotlighted at the UK Covid Inquiry, in evidence from the Miscarriage Association. The MA was one of 13 leading pregnancy, birth and early parenting charities who joined together to highlight the often devasting impact of restrictions to access care throughout […]
1st October 2024
Pregnancy loss can be a devastating experience, and weeks like Baby Loss Awareness Week can be really triggering. With this year’s theme in mind, Together We Care, we’ve shared some tips on how you can take care of yourself: Do what feels right to you. Everyone feels their loss differently. If it serves you […]
22nd August 2024
Rainbows always captivate me, they force me to stop and appreciate the beauty of nature. I find them quite remarkable even though I understand their scientific explanation. I wonder what people interpreted rainbows to be before our modern understanding of them? That iconic and timeless song, ‘Somewhere over the rainbow’ also comes to mind when […]
10th June 2024
As a society, we’re still not as open, accepting and supportive as we could be when it comes to pregnancy loss. There is still a stigma attached, and you can come across some really difficult and hurtful reactions. For this reason, some people find it really difficult to open up. As a result, pregnancy loss […]
3rd June 2024
Our volunteers are a key part of what we do. They facilitate support groups, both online and in person, and share their stories to raise awareness of the individuality and impact of pregnancy loss. We’re incredibly grateful to have the support of 204 wonderful volunteers. Erin leads our Northern Ireland support, and the Belfast face-to-face […]
30th May 2024
Miscarriage is difficult enough – the physical trauma, emotional toll, in combination with the social isolation and stigma can be consuming (I don’t need to tell you). The experience is then further intensified when we share our loss and encounter insensitive reactions. I’m going to focus on the comments which may seem comforting, but are […]