The latest news from the Miscarriage Association
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 […]
13th May 2024
Julia Bueno, a UKCP reg psychotherapist and author of The Brink of Being – Talking About Miscarriage, answers questions from the Miscarriage Association about how to look after your mental health after pregnancy loss. What can I do to help me process my loss, and the feelings that come with it? The most important […]
17th April 2024
In our fantastic new fundraiser this May we’re asking people to host a coffee morning, afternoon tea, or bake sale to raise awareness of the impact of pregnancy loss. To join in you just need to choose your event type, date and time, set up your fundraising page and get baking! Once you’re set up […]
16th April 2024
We’re really encouraged that a scheme to formally recognise baby and pregnancy loss before 24 weeks in Northern Ireland has taken another step forward. Yesterday (Monday 15th April), the NI Assembly unanimously passed a motion to progress the Baby Loss Certificate scheme. In a video afterwards, First Minister Michelle O’Neill stated that executives were now […]
15th April 2024
Our new monthly ‘Professional Pause’ sessions provide a safe space for all healthcare professionals working in early pregnancy. It’s an opportunity to discuss and reflect on challenging aspects of work – an open forum to discuss difficult situations or cases, enable people to share experiences, and offer each other support. The sessions will be facilitated […]
4th April 2024
The Miscarriage Association is pleased to welcome Vicki Robinson as our new Chief Executive Officer. Vicki has taken up this new role following four successful years working as our Deputy Director. She will be responsible for leading the M.A. as it starts a new chapter in its 40-year history. Prior to joining the M.A. in […]
13th March 2024
We’ve been delighted to be able to support the development of NHS England’s new National Pregnancy and Baby Loss People Policy Framework for NHS Trusts. As part of this, NHS staff who suffer a pregnancy or baby loss before 24 weeks of pregnancy will now receive up to ten days additional paid leave, under new […]
4th March 2024
According to the recent CIPD report, 63% of employers provide little to no support for those affected by pregnancy loss. In this blog, we’re going to show you how you can implement lasting support in your organisation. As an employer, it can be difficult to know how to support colleagues or staff affected by pregnancy […]