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Why does miscarriage occur
One of the most common questions people have about birth before 20 weeks gestation is, “Why does it happen?” Why miscarriage occurs is a really difficult question to answer. Often, we can’t actually give families specific answers for their own specific cases. However, there are some common causes (or commonly discussed causes) that can be useful for everyone to know. So, to help society get more grief-informed, we are sharing this information by gifting everyone who reads
Oct 28, 20251 min read


Haven Doula Spotlight: Whitney Whitmore
In this spotlight, we feature Whitney Whitmore, a Haven Doula and the Director of Home - Lily of the Valley Catholic Ministry.
Oct 14, 20257 min read


Pet Companions in Times of Grief: Why Pets are Sometimes the Best Support
Pet companions have always been a part of my life. If we've ever met, you probably at the very least saw a picture of my pet companion: my little dog Buzz.
Sep 24, 20254 min read


4 Ways Bereavement Doulas Can Use AI to Support Their Work (Without Losing the Heart of It)
Grief work is sacred but it can also be exhausting. When you’re holding space for families experiencing loss, it’s no surprise that your own words sometimes run dry. You might know what you want to say, but everything feels too sharp or too tired to land well.
Sep 19, 20253 min read


Announcing our new course: Labor & Birth before 20 Weeks Gestation
Our new course, Labor and Birth before 20 Weeks Gestation, fills that gap. It provides 6 hours of evidence-based, easy-to-understand material for any support person who wants to become more knowledgeable in supporting families physically through miscarriage.
Sep 10, 20252 min read
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