International women’s Day

A quick shout out to acknowledge this day.

What amazes me is the strength that I see in most women I come across. When I sit in the support group surrounded by all the others that have lost their babies I am overwhelmed with their ability to cope.

I am impressed by their resilience and how they manage their grief on a daily basis whilst empowering others and challenging the taboo subject of pregnancy loss/baby loss.

I read the rawness of infertility in the forums and I’m inspired with the inner strength these women find when a pregnancy is announced, or how they support their friend/family with approaching them with their news. The selflessness of their soul searching to “enjoy” the happy occasions with the important people in their lives.

Admiration for the mums and grandmothers who hold their daughters hand when she says goodbye to her child and continues to be by her side whilst grieving for the loss of her grandchild.

For the mum’s who faces everyday after the death of their child, you truly are a wonder.

Let’s not forget all the men who battle through with the same struggles and at the mother’s side. My heart goes out to you in recognition for your often very silent pain.