October is here. In my world, this means crisp leaves and chunky sweaters and it also means participating in Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. The month of October is widely recognized as a time to honor those families who know the experience of losing a baby. It might sound depressing to participate in a…
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What Every Woman Having A Miscarriage Wants To Say And What Every Doctor Needs To Understand
Hello? Is this the doctor? Yes, I'm calling to let you know that I'm spotting. I know there's nothing you can do. I understand that medically speaking, it's still very early in my pregnancy. Yes, I know that you want me to drink some water and rest. I'm listening to what you're saying, but now I need you…
The Language of PAIL (Pregnancy And Infant Loss)
I have always wanted to be bilingual. In high school, I studied French and while my grades were excellent, my teenage ambition did not extend beyond my workbook pages. C'est la vie. Now, almost three years after my first miscarriage, I find myself fluent in a language that does not easily translate. It is not…
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