Did Zika Cause More Miscarriages Than Microcephaly?
A study looks at the rate of miscarriage — and of babies born with the birth defect — among a group of pregnant women in Brazil. Researchers were surprised by what they found.
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What The Public Is Saying About Miscarriage In 140 Characters
Miscarriage, while widely experienced, is not often discussed in public. Researchers have turned to social media to see what people are saying about the topic and how much they're choosing to share.
'I Was Somebody's Mother': Reflections On The Guilt And Grief Of Miscarriage
Ariel Levy was five months pregnant and alone in a hotel room in Mongolia when she gave birth. Her son lived only 10 minutes. Afterward, Levy was haunted by the notion that she had caused his death.
Adopting A Buddhist Ritual To Mourn Miscarriage, Abortion
More Americans are using mizuko kuyo to grieve the loss of a child, whether it be from a miscarriage or an abortion. Those who participate say it helps them learn to balance love and loss.
People Have Misconceptions About Miscarriage, And That Can Hurt
Miscarriages are common — but people think they're rare, a survey finds. And they often blame the woman. Readers tell us that those mistaken beliefs make the experience even more painful.
Why A Teenage Mom Was Jailed In El Salvador After A Stillbirth
Christina Quintanilla faced up to 50 years in prison after an anonymous hospital worker accused her of having an abortion.