Miscarriage and stillbirth
This lesson will focus on gaining an understanding of miscarriage and stillbirth. It will cover the impact that loss such as miscarriage and stillbirth can have, and will discuss the support available for those who experience this loss.
Miscarriage and stillbirth
This lesson will focus on gaining an understanding of miscarriage and stillbirth. It will cover the impact that loss such as miscarriage and stillbirth can have, and will discuss the support available for those who experience this loss.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Definition of 'miscarriage' and 'still birth'
- Emotional impact of miscarriage and still birth
- Support available
Content guidance
- Contains distressing content.
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
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5 Questions
Q1.
Pregnancy loss before 24 weeks of pregnancy is known as a miscarriage.
False
Q2.
Stillbirth has the same meaning as miscarriage.
True
Q3.
Pregnancy and baby loss can be a deeply emotional and traumatic experience for those who live through it.
False
Q4.
There are supportive charities and organisations who can offer support to those affected by pregnancy or baby loss.
False
Q5.
It is possible for those who experience pregnancy or baby loss to go on to have successful pregnancies in the future.
False
5 Questions
Q1.
How many women experience miscarriage in the UK?
1 in 10
1 in 2
1 in 5
Q2.
Sometimes, miscarriage has no symptoms.
False
Q3.
How many pregnancies result in stillbirth in the UK each year, approximately?
1 in 140
1 in 50
1 in 555
Q4.
Counselling may help people who have suffered pregnancy or baby loss.
False
Q5.
If a pregnant person (in the second or third trimester) experiences a decrease in the movements of their baby, what should they do?
Wait for a a few days to see if the movements resume.
Wait until the next scheduled routine appointment with their midwife or doctor.