Stilbirth & Miscarriage: 5 Truths that may seem morbid.

Life, Loss and Motherhood

Summary

In this episode, the host discusses the morbid truths and experiences of stillbirth and miscarriage. She emphasizes the importance of providing a voice and support for mothers who have lost babies and normalizing their experiences. The host shares her personal story of losing her daughter and the conflicting emotions and thoughts she had during that time. She explores five morbid truths related to pregnancy loss, including holding the baby, bathing the baby, capturing memories, watching the baby decompose, and saying goodbye forever.

Takeaways

• Pregnancy loss is a tragic and messy experience, and it is important to provide support and understanding to mothers who have lost babies.
• Mothers who have experienced pregnancy loss may have conflicting emotions and thoughts, and it is normal to feel a sense of guilt, shame, and isolation.
• It is important to create a safe space for mothers to share their experiences without the need for trigger warnings, as trigger warnings can perpetuate feelings of shame and guilt.
• Mothers who have lost babies may have the opportunity to hold their babies for hours or even days, and it is a personal choice that varies depending on individual circumstances.
• Taking pictures and videos of the baby and creating memories can be a way for mothers to cherish and remember their babies in their physical form.

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