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Miscarriage stories of loss, hope & help. It's always devastating to experience a loss. It can cause you to feel alone, isolated. There's no 'right' way to feel - a range of reactions are possible & normal. In addition to the grief you may feel, your body will be undergoing some profound hormonal adjustments, which may make you feel very emotionally volatile. If you have had a miscarriage, take the time to understand better why these occur & why it is not your fault.

Saturday, July 04, 2009

A death in the family

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As I felt more than nauseated every day I assumed all had to be well. My belly was growing - a bit faster than I had hoped for, but I guess I don't have any stomach muscles left anyhow - and the indigestion, fatigue and general slug-like countenance were all present and correct.

And then, at my 12 week scan, my obstetrician told me the baby had died.

A "missed" miscarriage, apparently, where there is no blood or any sign at all that anything is wrong, and a placenta that continues to pump out pregnancy hormones, tricking you into thinking you are pregnant long after you are.

Read more: http://blogs.nzherald.co.nz/blog/keeping-mum/2009/6/30/death-family/?c_id=6

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Thursday, July 02, 2009

Babies making a splash for charity

BABIES are taking the plunge to help raise £100,000 for a charity which funds research into the causes of miscarriage and stillbirth.

The Splash-athon ’09 event is supported by Water Babies - an organisation which teaches young children to swim.

Several Water Babies groups across the North East and North Yorkshire are involved in the scheme, which aims to raise money for the Tommy’s baby charity.

As well as research, Tommy’s works to raise awareness of the facts about miscarriage and stillbirth. For more information on Water Babies classes phone 01642-313003 or www.waterbabies.co.uk .

Read more: http://www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/news/newsediting/4472616.Babies_making_a_splash_for_charity/

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Tuesday, June 30, 2009

Surviving a miscarriage

Picture by greekgod

Having a miscarriage is not only physically difficult, but it has an emotional impact, as well. It is normal to feel a range of feelings that may include anger, sadness, guilt or shock.

Keep in mind that being around friends and family who have children may be painful.

During this time, it is OK to give yourself permission to miss social gatherings or family events.

Men and women deal with loss differently, so couples need to share their feelings and thoughts openly with each other. A pregnancy loss can affect relationships. It can bring you closer or rip you apart. It is important that you both give yourself time and space to heal. You and your spouse may go through the stages of grief. The grieving process can take days, weeks or months.

Read more: http://savannahnow.com/node/745043

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Saturday, July 04, 2009

A death in the family

Thursday, July 02, 2009

Babies making a splash for charity

Tuesday, June 30, 2009

Surviving a miscarriage

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