Speaking about the unspeakable

It can be hard to find the words to talk to someone about a topic that feels unspeakable – the loss of a baby. This can be made even more difficult when the situation is complicated, or feels unfamiliar. One example of this is when there is a diagnosis of fetal abnormality and a difficult decision has been made. This loss is heartbreaking for the parents-to-be, and being avoided because someone who doesn’t know the ‘perfect’ words can be very isolating. This article describes how to be there for someone who is grieving the loss of their little one.