S2 E4 Why is Mommy Crying: Explaining Early Pregnancy Loss to Children with I. Cori Baill, MD

Drawing upon her experience as an OB/GYN and as a mother that has felt the sorrow of pregnancy loss, Dr. I. Cori Baill shares with Michelle the journey of writing her beautiful and much-needed book, "Why is Mommy Crying-explaining early pregnancy loss to young children".  Dr. Baill provides suggestions and guidelines when experiencing a miscarriage. She reminds grieving parents of the importance of not blaming themselves and or feeling shame regarding their miscarriage, doing their best to overlook the well-meaning but often hurtful things that people can say, and remembering they are not alone in this experience. So many others have experienced baby loss, as well. As a professor, Dr. Baill is working to instill the skills of humanity, empathy, and compassionate care in the next generation of physicians.

"There is just too much silence about miscarriage. Women have grieved way too long in silence and have been told, 'You'll get over it, just move on.’ And, I don't think that's the appropriate message. We should have the time, and the permission and the support to grieve the loss of a pregnancy." —Dr.  Cori Baill

Connect with Dr. Baill on Facebook @whyismommycrying, Twitter and Instagram  @wimcbook

Connect with Michelle at www.BirthEaseServices.com /loss-support, Facebook and Instagram @birtheaselossssupport