About The miscarriage association
The Miscarriage Association: Providing Support and Information for Those Who Have Experienced Pregnancy Loss
The Miscarriage Association is a UK-based charity that provides support and information to those who have experienced pregnancy loss. Whether you have suffered a miscarriage, molar pregnancy, or ectopic pregnancy, the M.A. is here to help you through this difficult time.
Founded in 1982, the Miscarriage Association has been providing support and information to women and their families for almost four decades. The organization's mission is to ensure that everyone affected by miscarriage, molar pregnancy or ectopic pregnancy receives the care, support and information they need.
The M.A. offers a range of services designed to help those who have experienced pregnancy loss. These include:
- A helpline staffed by trained volunteers who can provide emotional support and practical advice.
- An online forum where people can connect with others who have gone through similar experiences.
- Information leaflets on various aspects of miscarriage, molar pregnancy or ectopic pregnancy.
- A website with resources such as personal stories from people who have experienced loss, FAQs about different types of loss, and links to other organizations that may be able to offer additional support.
One of the key strengths of the Miscarriage Association is its focus on providing evidence-based information. The organization works closely with healthcare professionals to ensure that its resources are accurate and up-to-date.
In addition to supporting individuals directly affected by miscarriage or other types of early baby loss, the M.A. also works more broadly on issues related to reproductive health. For example:
- The organization advocates for better training for healthcare professionals in how best to care for those experiencing early baby loss.
- It campaigns for improved access to mental health services for those affected by early baby loss.
- It raises awareness about issues such as recurrent miscarriages (defined as three or more consecutive losses) which can be particularly devastating but are not always well understood.
The Miscarriage Association is funded by donations from individuals and organizations. It also receives some funding from the UK government to support its work on improving care for those affected by early baby loss.
If you have experienced miscarriage, molar pregnancy or ectopic pregnancy, the Miscarriage Association is here to help. Whether you need emotional support, practical advice or just someone to talk to who understands what you're going through, the M.A. can provide a safe and supportive space for you.