It’s Time to Talk about Men and Miscarriage
While 25% of pregnancies end in miscarriage, support for partners in the aftermath of pregnancy loss is still shockingly scarce. We talked to men who have experienced miscarriage and know first-hand why that needs to change.
Photo via @MensHealthUKIt’s Time to Talk about Men and Miscarriage
The impact of miscarriage on men remains a taboo topic, but we need to start talking about it
That 25 per cent of pregnancies end in miscarriage is a sobering statistic. According to research by National Centre for Miscarriage Research, while 1-in-5 mothers suffer from long-term symptoms of post-traumatic stress after a miscarriage, one in 12 partners do too When and #MeghanMarkle announced their pregnancy losses in late 2020, there followed – quite rightly – an outpouring of support on social media. The ensuing discussion and media coverage primarily focused on their loss alone, with little mention of their partners. This is for Chrissy. I love and cherish you and our family so much. We’ve experienced the highest highs and lowest lows together. Watching you carry our children has been so moving and humbling. https://youtu.be/b1UkquKdJng research found 73% of men going through miscarriage feel they have to be ‘strong’. For some, this is tied to upholding a masculine image, but for others, it’s a case of wanting to be a pillar of support for their partner.
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