Did you know that October is National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month? In honor of this month, I wanted to open up a little about a personal loss that I experienced this year. On Blackout Tuesday, when the world was already in a dark place, my day got a lot darker and I learned that my baby no longer had a heartbeat. I experienced a missed miscarriage and the loss was absolutely devastating. Miscarriage is so common, yet it feels so lonely until you realize how many women have experienced similar traumas.
According to the CDC, over a million pregnancies end in miscarriages or stillbirths each year. October is National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month which has become a safe space for those grieving a loss and others trying to understand and comfort. When I begin to open up and share my story with others, I quickly learned that many women in my own circle had experienced loss, but no one knew.
Please be sensitive to the women in your circle and never ask “So what are you waiting on?” or “When are you gonna have kids?” As this can be very triggering. Also be sensitive to women who have experienced loss as they many not be able to handle baby showers and baby related activities until they have fully grieved, so be patient & show grace.
To all the ladies who have suffered any form off loss, I stand with you on this month to tell you that you are not alone.
Sending love, light and hope your way!
