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March 14, 2016March 15, 2017 thelegacyofleo Stillbirth : Leo, TTC & Fertility Treatment

Rainbows?

Now, after Leo died we said that we would try again, eventually. We also said when we were pregnant that we would at least give our two frozen embryos a shot - we couldn't leave them.

March 11, 2016March 15, 2017 thelegacyofleo Stillbirth : Leo

Aching Arms

I wrote the below the other day - when I was really feeling the physical effects of this shitty grief journey. It really comes out of the blue, with no warning or reason. Just like it bubbles up and hits you. This morning I've felt similar. Like I'm still connected to Leo physically - I … Continue reading Aching Arms

March 9, 2016March 15, 2017 thelegacyofleo Stillbirth : Leo

Motivation

I am now a fond believer that if you feel it, you should run with it. It breeds a sense of success, empowerment, worth, excitement. Life.

March 7, 2016April 2, 2019 thelegacyofleo Stillbirth : Leo

Our Three Days With Leo

If you were to ask someone who hasn't gone through a death of their child, which three days they would pick to remember, if that was all they could keep, I wonder what they would choose?

March 7, 2016March 15, 2017 thelegacyofleo Stillbirth : Leo

Leo Phoenix through Music

I wanted something to play when nothing else seems quite right. I thought I would share it and why the songs are on there.

March 7, 2016March 15, 2017 thelegacyofleo Stillbirth : Leo

A Letter to Leo

A letter to Leo on Mothers Day  

March 6, 2016March 15, 2017 thelegacyofleo Stillbirth : Leo

How Do We Compare?

Who is the judge? Am I? Are you?

March 4, 2016March 15, 2017 thelegacyofleo Stillbirth : Leo

Dear Bereaved Mother on Mother’s Day

This Mother's Day and every Mother's Day in the future may not be how you imagined it. It may not look like other people's. It may not feel warm and fuzzy. You may not feel strong enough to grace the day with a smile. You may not want to partake in any form of celebration.

March 4, 2016March 15, 2017 thelegacyofleo Stillbirth : Leo

I Apologise in Advance : Massive Brain Unload

This is just some of the random musings in my brain whilst I'm killing time. Maybe one day I'll look into them more. If you do know of any resources or support for some of the things I've mentioned, please do share. I'd be really grateful.

March 3, 2016March 15, 2017 thelegacyofleo Stillbirth : Leo

The Rollercoaster is Real

You literally just never know the kind of day you are going to have, until you have had it.

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Welcome, and thank you for taking the time to visit our blog – this is the story of Leo Phoenix, and what followed his birth.

We are passionate about sharing the honest truth of baby loss, stillbirth, miscarriage and pregnancy after loss. Together we fundraise and campaign for better awareness and support for organisations that have helped us to heal.

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If you find yourself here following similar experiences, know that you are not alone and go gentle on yourself.

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Jess – just one of Leo’s mums

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CATEGORIES

  • Diversity in Loss
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  • Miscarriage : Robin
  • Parenting After Loss : Eli River
  • Pregnancy After Loss : Magpie
  • Stillbirth : Leo
  • TTC & Fertility Treatment
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    What if You Miscarry your Rainbow?
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    Why Leo Dying is Not the Same as Trying To Conceive
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    One for Sorrow, Two for Joy
  • Rainbows aren't the Cure | Saying Hello to Grief Again
    Rainbows aren't the Cure | Saying Hello to Grief Again
  • Finally! An Appointment.
    Finally! An Appointment.
  • "But, they are going to look after you better this time, aren't they?"
    "But, they are going to look after you better this time, aren't they?"
  • When Its No Longer Just Grief.
    When Its No Longer Just Grief.
  • Leo Phoenix, Born 17.01.16
    Leo Phoenix, Born 17.01.16
  • What I Learnt from Returning to Work after Stillbirth
    What I Learnt from Returning to Work after Stillbirth
  • Goodbye, for now, Leo. 
    Goodbye, for now, Leo. 

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