The latest news from the Miscarriage Association
20th January 2026
Baroness Amos, Chair of the independent National Maternity and Neonatal Investigation, is today asking women and families to share their experiences of maternity and neonatal care in England, through a public Call for Evidence. Listening to lived experience is central to the investigation, and the Call for Evidence will ensure that the voices of women […]
19th January 2026
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 widely shared claims in September 2025, the UK medicines regulator, the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), reiterated that there is no evidence that taking paracetamol during pregnancy […]
14th January 2026
Each year, we distribute around 200,000 leaflets to hospitals and healthcare settings across the UK, supporting women and people affected by miscarriage and pregnancy loss. These leaflets are often shared at an incredibly difficult time. That’s why we want to make sure the information they contain is as clear, compassionate and helpful as possible. We […]
13th January 2026
Last night, Chief Executive Vicki Robinson attended a reception at 10 Downing Street to mark the passing of the Employment Rights Bill, which confirms that bereavement leave following miscarriage will become law. Vicki Robinson, Miscarriage Association Chief Executive, said: “It was a privilege to be invited to No.10 to mark the passing of legislation that […]
18th December 2025
Further to our post yesterday about the Employment Rights Bill being passed in Parliament, it has now received Royal Assent, confirming pregnancy loss bereavement leave will become law. Royal Assent is the final, formal step in the legislative process, when a Bill is approved by the King. This marks a significant milestone, as for the […]
17th December 2025
The Government’s Employment Rights Bill has now passed through the House of Lords, clearing the final parliamentary hurdle and bringing bereavement leave for pregnancy loss a significant step closer to being confirmed in law. The Bill will now proceed to Royal Assent (expected tomorrow), the final formal stage before it becomes law. However, while the […]
16th December 2025
Experiencing a miscarriage can be physically and emotionally overwhelming. For many, it involves significant physical symptoms and evokes an immense sense of grief, as well as other psychological effects. Understandably, you may wonder if, and when, it is ‘safe’ to try to conceive again. Some people want to try again soon after a miscarriage, while […]
10th December 2025
The festive season can stir up many different emotions, especially when you’re grieving. In a recent Instagram poll, nearly 70% of our community told us that this time of year can feel triggering or more difficult than usual. We’re sharing this because it’s a reminder that there is no single “right” way to feel, and […]
3rd December 2025
We are pleased to share that the Northern Ireland Assembly has taken an important step towards recognising early pregnancy loss, committing to introduce a baby loss certificate scheme for losses before 24 weeks as part of the Deaths, Still-Births and Baby Loss Bill. Until now in Northern Ireland, there has been no formal recognition for […]