10 Breaking the Silence: Mother’s Day's Not What You Think & We Need to Talk About It
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.
Let’s be honest: Mother’s Day can feel like a cruel joke.
A day that’s supposed to honor motherhood can feel like a spotlight on what’s missing, what’s broken or what never came to be. For those who have faced pregnancy loss, infertility or unimaginable grief, the flowers and brunches and “Happy Mother’s Day” cards can feel like a punch in the gut.
We’re not here to sugarcoat it. We’re here for you.
We see you—the one who’s holding space for a baby that never arrived.
The one who’s grieving a life that didn’t go as planned.
The one who’s navigating another Mother’s Day with empty arms and a heart that’s still learning to carry this weight.
The one who wonders if the world even sees you as a mother.
You are in it. And you are not alone.
We get it—Mother’s Day doesn’t just hurt. It isolates. It makes you feel invisible in a world that celebrates a version of motherhood that doesn’t look like yours. But your motherhood, your story, your grief—they matter.
We don’t want to leave bereaved mothers out of Mother’s Day.
You are just as much a mother as anyone else. Your love, your longing, your hope, your heartbreak—they all matter. And you deserve to be honored, too.
That’s why we started Miscarriage Movement.
We’re not here to gloss over loss or pretend that grief fades with time. We’re here to share real stories, create community and make sure that no mother—no matter her journey—feels forgotten or alone.
We’re building a space where:
You can speak your grief without feeling judged.
You can share your story and find others who understand.
You can honor your motherhood—even when the world doesn’t.
We exist to support you through the unspoken parts of loss and infertility—the hurt, the hope, the confusion, the memories. We’re here to make sure that your story doesn’t get buried or brushed aside.
We offer:
A monthly newsletter full of honest stories and expert insights on loss, healing, and navigating life after loss.
Interviews with brave women who have shared their journeys through infertility, pregnancy loss, surrogacy and the messy middle of it all.
Raw and vulnerable essays from other mothers who are grieving, hoping, and rebuilding.
A growing community where you can share your story, find connection, and remind yourself that you’re not alone.
This upcoming Mother’s Day, we want you to know:
Your pain is real. Your love is real. Your motherhood is real.
We see you. We honor you. And we’re here to make sure your story is heard.
You are not alone.
This Week’s Top News Stories:
Michelle Obama Says the Silence Around Fertility Is “a Shock to the System”
In a recent episode of The Diary of a CEO podcast, Michelle Obama opened up about her own infertility journey—including her experience with miscarriage and IVF. What struck her most? Just how little women are taught about their bodies. “It’s such a secret,” she said. The former First Lady spoke candidly about the emotional and physical toll of infertility, the cultural silence surrounding it, and the importance of normalizing these conversations early—especially for younger generations. As more public figures share their stories, the question remains: why are so many of us still in the dark about our own reproductive health? (Read more)
PA Lawmakers Push to Safeguard IVF Access Amid Legal Uncertainty
In the wake of Alabama’s 2024 ruling that granted embryos legal personhood, Pennsylvania lawmakers are taking action to protect reproductive care. A new legislative push aims to expand IVF access by requiring insurance coverage—part of a broader effort to ensure fertility treatment remains available, even as the national legal landscape shifts. With reproductive rights under increasing scrutiny, these proposed protections signal growing momentum to codify access before it’s threatened. (Read more)
Breakthrough Male Infertility Test Offers New Hope for Couples TTC
A newly developed diagnostic test is changing the game for male infertility—especially in cases where semen analysis appears normal but conception still doesn’t happen. The test, which pinpoints hidden causes of infertility, has already helped some couples conceive naturally after failed IVF or IUI attempts. Experts say it could spare many families the emotional and financial strain of more invasive treatments—and reshape how we approach unexplained infertility in men. (Read more)
Michigan’s Jocelyn Benson’s Miscarriage Spurs Repro Rights Fight
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, now running for governor, revealed in her upcoming memoir The Purposeful Warrior that a miscarriage she experienced in 2017 shaped her drive to expand reproductive healthcare. As the only woman in the 2026 gubernatorial race, Benson is calling for broader access to care—especially in underserved rural areas—through initiatives like mobile clinics and provider incentives. While abortion rights were protected by a 2022 ballot measure, Benson says more needs to be done following recent Planned Parenthood clinic closures across the state. (Read more)
Trump DOJ Seeks Dismissal of States’ Abortion Pill Lawsuit
The Trump administration has filed a motion to dismiss a lawsuit brought by Idaho, Kansas, and Missouri challenging the FDA's regulations on mifepristone, a medication used in over 60% of U.S. abortions. The Department of Justice contends that the states lack legal standing and that the case was filed in an improper venue. This position aligns with the previous Biden administration's stance, focusing on procedural grounds rather than the merits of the FDA's decisions. The lawsuit is currently before Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk in Texas, known for prior rulings against mifepristone's approval. The outcome could have significant implications for access to medication abortions nationwide. (Read more)
Must-Read Story of the Week
Unexplained Infertility Might Be the Worst Diagnosis Out There
In this raw and deeply personal essay, Abbe Feder shares what it’s like to live with—and finally emerge from—unexplained infertility. After spending most of her 30s enduring four IUIs, eight IVF transfers, three miscarriages, and a daily cycle of hope and heartbreak, she ultimately gave birth to healthy twins. But becoming a mother didn’t erase the trauma. From survivor’s guilt and identity shifts to the unexpected grief of leaving the infertility community behind, Feder explores the complicated aftermath of finally getting what you’ve fought for. Her story is a powerful reminder that infertility doesn’t end with a positive pregnancy test—and that healing doesn’t always come with closure.
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