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Episode 274: Helen and Philip Share Their Miscarriage Story & How to Support Loved Ones

May 31, 2024

Helen and Philip share their heartbreaking miscarriage story, shedding light on the taboo topic to reduce stigma. They discuss the emotional rollercoaster, societal pressures, and the need for supportive communities during such difficult experiences.

55:19

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Philip

Helen

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Quick takeaways

Miscarriages can lead to a mix of emotions like anxiety, embarrassment, and envy, complicating the grieving process.

Subsequent pregnancies after a miscarriage can be overshadowed by fear and nervousness, altering the experience.

Friends and loved ones play a crucial role in providing support through understanding, empathy, and open dialogue during miscarriage.

Deep dives

The Rollercoaster of Emotions After a Miscarriage

Experiencing joy, sadness, anger, and fear along with new emotions like anxiety, embarrassment, and envy is common after a miscarriage. The overwhelming grief and vulnerability that come with such a loss can be challenging to navigate. Through sharing their story, the couple aims to break the silence and stigma surrounding miscarriages, emphasizing that it is not the woman's fault and that support and understanding are crucial.

Introduction

2min

Talking Openly About Miscarriage

4min

Exploring the Realities of Pregnancy and Miscarriage

4min

Navigating the Emotional Turmoil of a Potential Miscarriage

7min

Navigating Hope and Uncertainty in Pregnancy and Communication

2min

Emotional Blood Draw Experience in the Quest Diagnostics

3min

Coping with Grief: A Personal Account of Miscarriage

20min

Navigating Miscarriage: Breaking the Silence

9min

Earlier this year, Helen went through a miscarriage, and since then she’s been navigating this devastating loss alongside her husband Philip. From doctor visits to sharing the news, every step along the way has been a difficult one. It’s unfortunate to learn that about 25% of pregnancies end in miscarriage, and expectant parents often have to go through their grief in silence, and alone. For this reason, Helen and Philip want to share their personal story to bring more visibility to the experience of miscarriage and reduce the stigma around talking about it. They also offer some tips for how we as a community can support loved ones going through similar experiences.

To anyone who has experienced such loss, we see you, and our hearts go out to you.

*Content Warning: This episode deals with the difficult topics of grief and loss, along with some graphic details surrounding the miscarriage experience.

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Host: Helen Wu

Guest: Philip Wang

Editor: Michelle Hsieh

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