Healing Mode

Women that have suffered a loss from stillbirth have successfully gotten pregnant again. But every woman and situation is different, and though some women may welcome a pregnancy after a stillbirth, or pregnancy loss, others, though happy, may be scared still from the trauma from the previous pregnancy loss. There is no wrong reaction, and it is normal for a woman to be scared as a reaction to being pregnant after a loss. It is natural to be scared and pregnant after a stillbirth.

We spoke to Ms. Jasmine Yeo, Head Consultant Psychologist from The Private Practice, to glean expert advice on what hinders grieving parents in stillbirth recovery, and how to be there for them. 

A positive depression screen at 9 or 15 months was associated with risk for higher guilt levels, a survey of bereaved mothers revealed.

Nothing can compare the pain of losing your child, but you don’t have to grieve alone. Reach out and seek help from the many counsellors and support groups to help you better deal with the trauma.

Through coping mechanisms based around support, love, and care, couples who experience pregnancy loss can overcome the hurt.

Giving birth to a stillborn baby is a devastating loss. The emotional trauma can overwhelm you but there are steps you can take in hopes of gaining closure.

Why it can be good for you and other talking points from a clinical psychologist

The loss of a child you love even before you were able to set your eyes on him or her is heartbreaking for any mother to bear. When it comes to a miscarriage, you, the mum, need to take care of yourself and your wellbeing.

The pregnancy test comes back positive, and rather than jumping for joy like before, you smile a little, but worry a lot. How do you celebrate your new pregnancy when you feel so scared of losing your baby again?

Perinatal loss can affect you profoundly in several ways, but the emotional toll could be the most difficult to deal with.

When you honor the loss, it’s not because you want to play the victim or hold on to the past. It’s about loving your baby, even if he or she is no longer with you.

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