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Healing from Miscarriage: Ideas and Strategies
This summer marks seven years since my miscarriage. I still mention it and bring it into conversation (even with strangers) as often as I comfortably can. In my opinion, miscarriage isn’t talked about enough. Statistics show that it happens with up to 1 out of every 4 pregnancies. In addition to miscarriage, there are many people struggling with infertility. I personally find that it’s comforting to share our difficulties with one another. I put together a free downloadable about healing from miscarriage in case it’s helpful for you or anyone you know. (Note: It’s two pages, even though the preview shows one.)
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Post-Miscarriage Reflection: How I’m Doing
It’s been more than a month since my miscarriage. Fortunately, I’m honestly feeling a lot better about it. Do you want to know what lifted my spirits the most? (Hint, it wasn’t any of the “positives” I tried to identify in the midst of the experience.). It was projecting myself into the future. A vision of our family of four (or seven if you include our bloodhound and chickens) emerged. I could see myself looking at my second child and thinking, “I’m so glad you’re here. I can’t imagine anyone but you for my second child.” Here’s my post-miscarriage-reflection, in case it is helpful to anyone else:
Post-Miscarriage Reflection:
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