What many people do not realize is there is no safe milestone in a pregnancy. There are outliers and unexpected things that can tragically occur. Pregnancy and birth is a gift that is often taken for granted. Candice (who has an awesome name), shares her own personal story with us during Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness … [Read more...]
I am healed but still broken.
Everyone manages grief differently. But first, repeat after me: there is absolutely no right or wrong way to grieve, only acknowledging your feelings for what they are, a loss. Miscarriage is a loss of what could have been. It leaves an everlasting imprint on all of those who have experienced loss. For some those … [Read more...]
I want you to know, I gave birth.
When we talk about it, like REALLY talk about the things that may make people uncomfortable, something changes. Breaking taboos and shattering silence opens up conversations. It allows other people who experience loss a since of community among the weary. There is also the opportunity for new perspectives and better ways for friends and … [Read more...]