A little while ago, I was interviewed by Sands as part of a new report that they’ve just released exploring the mental health support of parents following bereavement. They were keen to capture the experiences of LGBTQ+ families, and so I shared my own perspectives and those I’ve heard from the community along the way. … Continue reading Sands Mental Health Report + the inclusion of LGBTQ+ voices
Making Baby Loss Support LGBTQ+ inclusive
As a result of shouting loudly about the need to include LGBT+ families in the discussions around pregnancy, baby and child loss - I’ve had several conversations lately to support charities in making their support materials inclusive. So I thought I’d share what I would recommend... Now, obviously, I am one part of a long … Continue reading Making Baby Loss Support LGBTQ+ inclusive
LGBT Baby Loss | A Mutual Understanding
I was finally feeling what Sophie was feeling. I could understand the level of emotion that was running through her body as I too was now experiencing it.
LGBT Baby Loss | A Tower Block of Guilt
I feel guilty for not crying. I feel guilty for crying.
LGBT Baby Loss | Things I Googled
Here we are: Two girls who wanted a baby who did all we could, but it wasn’t quite enough for our perfectly imperfect little girl.
LGBT Baby Loss | Our Golden Light
I always thought weekend mornings were going to be so full of life and noise. This silence is not what I expected.
LGBT Baby Loss | They Matter, You Matter
Growing up I was always sure of two things from a young age. One that I was gay, and two that I wanted to be a mum more than anything.
LGBT Baby Loss | I Can Carry You
My eyes were opened to the struggle that a fertility cycle could involve. I no longer naïvely thought it would only take one attempt to bring home a baby. And I now knew the devastating truth that a healthy pregnancy did not always end with a baby to keep.
The Legacy of Leo 