Miscarriage
The Dos and Don’ts of Supporting Loss Families: 10 Mistakes to Avoid
Content Note: Perinatal Loss We never know when we may have to support a loss Supporting a family through perinatal loss is one of the most profound, heart-wrenching, and delicate roles a doula can step into. It is also as unexpected for us providers as it is for our clients. It’s a space where there…
Read Morewhat I wish people understood about pregnancy loss
Written by Meg Kant what I wish more people understood about pregnancy loss **Content warning** discussion of pregnancy loss My first pregnancy ended in a second-trimester miscarriage; I delivered my baby, Zennon at 4.5 months pregnant. After losing Zennon many people in my life tried to help make me feel better but fell short. Their…
Read MoreWhat do you say? Supporting a sister during the loss of her baby
On mother’s day at 6:30 am I got a call from my baby sister. Now I love my sister, but 6:30 am on almost any day in my world is too early for a call, especially a Sunday. Needless to say I was not my bright sunny self. “I just called to wish us a happy mother’s…
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