If Mother’s Day wrecked you, read this. Breaking the Silence — 11
For many, it’s a painful reminder of loss, longing and love that never came to be. We honor all mothers, including those who carry grief, and remind you you’re not alone.
If you’re in the Northeast, you know: the weather’s been gray, damp, and colder than it should be. It’s mid-May, but it doesn’t feel like anything’s blooming.
The truth? It’s been matching the mood.
Maybe Mother’s Day hit you harder than you expected. Maybe it’s always hard. The kind of day that tries to wrap itself in flowers and brunch reservations, when all it does is underline the ache. For what you had. For what you lost. For what never came to be.
And now, just like that, summer’s creeping in. The season of beach trips, baby bumps in sundresses, backyard parties, and a million conversations you don’t feel ready to join.
It’s jarring—the way life keeps moving when you still feel stuck in the moment your world split open.
Maybe it was last fall. Maybe five years ago. But everything around you says “new season” while your body still remembers the season when everything stopped.
It can feel like you’re living out of sync.
You were supposed to have a baby this summer.
You were supposed to be past the morning sickness by now.
You were supposed to feel lighter. Hopeful. Different.
Instead, it’s all heavy. Still.
This is the part that’s hard to say out loud. That maybe you’re not ready for the sun. That you’re still in the fog. That everyone’s talking about summer plans and IVF consults and fresh starts, and you’re just trying to hold it together while the weather keeps lying to you about what it should feel like.
If that’s you, we get it. Truly.
You’re not behind. You’re not broken. You’re just grieving in a world that doesn’t always slow down to let you.
And if you’re still a little heartbroken from Mother’s Day, or you haven’t wanted to open Instagram, or you can’t bring yourself to RSVP to another baby shower—just know: you’re allowed to be where you are. Even if it doesn’t match the season.
We’ll be here all summer—for the sunny days, the stormy ones, and everything in between.
Because grief doesn’t follow the calendar. And healing doesn’t need a deadline.
This Week’s Top News Stories:
AOC Calls Out GOP Over Miscarriage Coverage in Medicaid Debate
During a heated 3 a.m. congressional debate over GOP-proposed Medicaid work requirements, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez asked a critical question often ignored in policy conversations: Would someone recovering from a miscarriage be expected to work to keep their coverage? When a male colleague tried to silence her, she refused to back down—stating, “I will not yield to disrespectful men.” The exchange sparked rare acknowledgment that miscarriage might fall under postpartum exemptions, depending on state definitions—proof that even now, pregnancy loss remains an afterthought in major healthcare policy. That’s exactly why we exist. To make sure miscarriage isn’t left out of the conversation—at 3 a.m. in Congress or anywhere else. (Read more)
New Study Confirms No Link Between COVID Vaccine and Miscarriage Risk
A new study published in Obstetrics and Gynecology found no connection between COVID-19 vaccination and miscarriage—reaffirming what many in reproductive health have long believed. Comparing nearly 300 patients who experienced miscarriage with 592 who had live births, the Yale-led study found no increased risk tied to vaccine type, dosage, or timing. This matters—especially after years of vaccine misinformation left many pregnant people torn between fear of illness and fear of doing something wrong. As pregnancy loss advocates, we believe in informed care—and this research helps clear the fog. The data is clear: the vaccine is not linked to miscarriage. It’s a reminder that science, not fear, should shape our choices. (Read more)
Extreme Heat Is Endangering Pregnant People—And Still Being Ignored
A new report from Climate Central confirms what many already feel in their bodies: the rising heat isn’t just uncomfortable—it’s dangerous. Since 2020, the number of high-risk heat days for pregnancy has doubled in most of the world due to climate change, increasing the risk for complications like preterm birth, stillbirth, and gestational diabetes. And yet, pregnant people remain largely absent from public health messaging around heatwaves—another reminder of how often we’re left out of conversations that directly impact us. (Read more)
The Bachelor’s Sarah Herron’s Mother’s Day Message Honors the Realness of Grief
In a vulnerable Instagram post, Sarah Herron—Bachelor alum and founder of the nonprofit Modern Mom Collective—shared how she’s honoring her son Oliver, who passed away shortly after birth at 24 weeks. She reflected on the weight of Mother’s Day as a loss mom, recalling years of feeling “other”—not fully a mother, not fully seen. Even after welcoming twin daughters, the grief remains—and so does the truth: “Oliver was a little boy… His blood mine, shared only as mother and baby do. He was legitimate—and so was I.” To fellow bereaved mothers, she offered a message that says it all: “This isn’t a happy Mother’s Day text, it’s an ‘I see you’ text.” (Read more)
New National Guidelines Aim to Improve Miscarriage Care in Australia
Australia has released its first national clinical guidelines for early pregnancy loss—including miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, and recurrent miscarriage. Developed by the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, the update pushes for more consistent, compassionate care. A key change? Recurrent miscarriage is now defined as two losses (not necessarily consecutive), making more families eligible for testing and support sooner. The guidelines also emphasize empathy—encouraging providers to mirror patient language and avoid clinical terms like “spontaneous abortion.” While experts say implementation is key, especially for rural and marginalized communities, this is a major step in breaking the silence around pregnancy loss. (Read more)
Must-Read Story of the Week
Most Supportive Gifts For Your Friend Going Through Pregnancy Loss
If you have a friend navigating pregnancy loss, it can be hard to know what to say—especially around the holidays, when triggers are everywhere. One meaningful way to show up is with a gift that offers comfort, care, and connection. From remembrance ornaments and seed necklaces to cozy care boxes, heating pads, and thoughtfully written grief journals, these gifts were handpicked to help grieving parents feel seen and supported. Whether it’s their first loss or part of a longer journey, these offerings say “I’m here” when words fall short. Every item in this guide—like the Bodily Care for Miscarriage Box, the Forget Me Not necklace, or the Miscarriage Grief Journal—was chosen with healing in mind. Because the holidays can be isolating for those grieving a baby they never got to hold, a small, intentional gesture can make a big impact. You can’t take away their pain—but you can remind them they’re not alone in it.
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If this week’s stories hit close to home—if they made you feel angry, validated, heartbroken, or just plain tired—we see you. Mother’s Day may not recognize your version of motherhood, but we do. Loss doesn’t erase your love. It deepens it.
We’re holding space for the moms the world forgets.
—Miscarriage Movement