Tag: miscarriage
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Powerful Illustration Captures the Heartache of Miscarriage for Couples
Get Pregnant Fast In a poignant display of artistry, illustrator Jake Thompson brings to life the profound grief of miscarriage, a painful experience that impacts many couples yet often remains shrouded in silence. With estimates suggesting that nearly 50% of pregnancies end in miscarriage, the lack of open dialogue surrounding this topic can leave many…
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Taking Responsibility for My Miscarriage: A Personal Journey
Get Pregnant Fast As I approached the doctor’s office, my anxiety levels were through the roof. I couldn’t shake the feeling of dread that accompanied me to see Dr. Smith, my ob/gyn. This was my fourth visit in five years, a follow-up after my recent miscarriage. I hoped that once I arrived, my nerves would…
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Putting All My Eggs in One Basket
Get Pregnant Fast Updated: June 2, 2020 Originally Published: Jan. 8, 2012 At 28, my partner and I felt ready to start our family. After three wonderful years of marriage and having just returned from a fantastic trip to France with friends, we were excited to begin this new chapter. I had completed my course…
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Navigating Pregnancy Amidst Anxiety: A Personal Journey
Get Pregnant Fast As I sat on the bedroom floor, just 20 minutes away from my ultrasound appointment, I found myself frozen with fear. My heart raced, and a flood of worries consumed my thoughts. I had anticipated this moment, thinking it would be a joyous occasion to see my little one for the first…
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Miscarriage, Times Two
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting | Miscarriage, Times Two By Sarah Thompson Updated: Aug. 3, 2016 Originally Published: Jan. 8, 2014 This photo holds a special place in my heart. It captures a beautiful moment between my son and me, yet it masks the turmoil I was experiencing inside. Just weeks after enduring my second miscarriage…
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Mark Thompson’s Heartfelt Baby Announcement Resonates with Many
Get Pregnant Fast In a touching update, Mark Thompson recently shared the joyful news that he and his wife, Laura, are expecting a baby girl. What makes this announcement stand out is Mark’s candid reflection on their journey to parenthood, which included years of trying to conceive and the heart-wrenching experience of three miscarriages. “We…
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Why I Feel the Need to Share Photos of My Stillborn Son
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve tried to write this post multiple times, letting it linger for months on end. What has held me back from sharing my son’s photos online? To be honest, fear. Fear of judgment—both for my son and myself. I worry about how others might perceive us. Having worked in social media for…
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Miscarriage and the Daughter I Never Held
Get Pregnant Fast It’s a question that many mothers of boys encounter frequently, often with a sense of discomfort. It’s not about the common complaints of raising boys, like “Do they leave the toilet seat up?” Instead, it’s the probing question, “Do you wish you had a daughter?” This inquiry tends to linger, a reminder…