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    • Perinatal mental health
    • Grief and bereavement studies
    • Reproductive health

    Background:

    • Pregnancy loss experiences are often not openly shared, leading to isolation for bereaved parents.
    • Individuals experiencing fetal death may grapple with a wide range of emotions, including grief, anger, confusion, guilt, and shame.
    • Societal and familial responses to pregnancy loss can be inadequate, leaving individuals feeling unsupported.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To provide a platform for individuals to share their personal narratives of pregnancy loss.
    • To enhance understanding of the emotional and psychological impact of pregnancy loss.
    • To identify effective and lacking support strategies from healthcare providers and loved ones.

    Main Methods:

    • Collection of 12 first-person narratives from individuals who experienced pregnancy loss at any stage.
    • Inclusion of 4 expert commentaries to provide clinical and theoretical perspectives.
    • Qualitative analysis of shared experiences to identify common themes and support needs.

    Main Results:

    • Narratives reveal diverse emotional responses to pregnancy loss, including grief, relief, and conflict.
    • Participants describe unmet needs and areas for improvement in interactions with healthcare professionals and personal support networks.
    • The importance of open communication and validation of feelings following a fetal death is emphasized.

    Conclusions:

    • Sharing personal stories of pregnancy loss is crucial for validating experiences and reducing isolation.
    • Improved education and communication strategies are needed for healthcare providers and support systems.
    • Further research into culturally sensitive and individualized support for pregnancy loss is warranted.