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After Miscarriage: What Not To Say To Someone Who's Suffered Pregnancy Loss

Pregnancy loss is a sensitive topic.

It can be hard to know what to say to someone who has just experienced a miscarriage. While the common phrases like “don’t worry” and “you’ll get pregnant again next time” might seem right, they can actually be more hurtful than you think.

In the video above, mom Pamela Kikosewin-Holden and registered midwife Jasmin Tesco reveal phrases you should never say to someone who’s suffered a miscarriage, and why they might be unhelpful.

For more tips on how to help a friend through a miscarriage, flip through the slideshow below.

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