Miscarriage
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UNDERSTANDING MISCARRIAGE
A miscarriage is the loss of a pregnancy during the first 23 weeks. Not everyone feels the same when they have a miscarriage but the most important thing for you to do is take care of your physical and mental health during this time.
The most common sign of miscarriage is vaginal bleeding. However, light bleeding during the first three months of pregnancy doesn't necessarily mean you are having a miscarriage. The best thing to do is to read the information on this page and follow the advice to keep yourself safe.
SUPPORT AND ADVICE AFTER MISCARRIAGE
You can find information and support on this site for if you have been affected by miscarriage, molar pregnancy, or ectopic pregnancy. They also have a helpline on 01924 200 799 which you can call between 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday.
Sands is the UK's leading pregnancy and baby loss charity in the UK. They provide bereavement support services both nationally through their Freephone helpline, mobile app, online community and resources, and locally through a UK-wide network of around 100 regional support groups.
Grief can be overwhelming but you don’t have to deal with it alone. You can get support via the hotline on 0808 808 1677, online chat, or by reading the supportive guidance on the Cruse website.
ECTOPIC PREGNANCY
An ectopic pregnancy is when a fertilised egg implants itself outside of the womb, usually in one of the fallopian tubes. Unfortunately, it's not possible to save the pregnancy. It usually has to be removed using medicine or an operation. Read more about this to keep yourself safe.
Ectopic pregnancy is a common, life threatening condition that is the leading cause of death in early pregnancy. The Ectopic Pregnancy Trust support people affected by this - visit the site or call 020 7733 2653 to request a call-back.
The Ectopic Pregnancy Foundation work to improve the care of women with a diagnosis, or possible diagnosis, of ectopic pregnancy. They have a 24hr patient helpline on 0845 0704 636 which you can call for support.