Pregnancy after loss
Pregnancy after loss can feel overwhelming as a dad, especially with so few resources to turn to. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of supports designed to help you through this time.
Don’t be afraid to ask for help—from your partner, family, friends, or professionals. Many dads also find comfort in stories and podcasts from others who have been through something similar. Take the time you need to process your emotions and lean on the guidance available. You are not alone.
If you’re struggling, it’s okay to say so. Speak with your healthcare team—they’re there to support you. Remember, only you truly know what you need, so advocating for yourself and your family is important.
Don’t be afraid to ask for help—from your partner, family, friends, or professionals. Many dads also find comfort in stories and podcasts from others who have been through something similar. Take the time you need to process your emotions and lean on the guidance available. You are not alone.
If you’re struggling, it’s okay to say so. Speak with your healthcare team—they’re there to support you. Remember, only you truly know what you need, so advocating for yourself and your family is important.
Expert Guidance on PAL
Tommys- Trying to get pregnant again after a loss - for dads and partners
Bears of Hope- A Subsequent Pregnancy
The Pink Elephants Support Network- Pregnancy After Loss
Stillbirth Foundation Australia- Pregnancy After Loss
Expert Support
The Gidget Foundation- Supporting the emotional wellbeing of expectant and new parents.
Red Nose- Pregnancy After Loss (PAL) Online Support Group
Sad Dads Club- Weekly Zooms, with access to PAL specific groups on attendance to the Zoom sessions. (0830 PM ET (US) Time or in Australia Generally Friday AM) keep updated on their socials.
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Find your Local Charity or Organisation in Australia to help guide you.
Unspoken Journey Blog Posts related to PAL
If you are to visit the Unspoken Journeys Blog on this website you will see there are a couple of blogs that are either related to pregnancy after loss or make mention to pregnancy after loss- told through a dads eyes. You can also find them by following the links below. Reading others stories and hearing about how others navigate this hard time may give you ideas about how you can best navigate it yourself with your partner.
Pregnancy After Loss- Through Dads Eyes
Pregnancy after loss is a beast. Hard is an understatement. That’s for mums carrying the baby and their partners. Click Here to read the full blog.
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Rocket
A story of Premature Ovarian Insufficiency, an Egg Donor, TFMR & Navigating Pregnancy After Loss. Click Here to read the full blog
Podcasts- PAL Specific for dads
For those dads navigating pregnancy after loss, listening to what your peers have experienced may provide you needed support. Here are some powerful podcasts that offer guidance and understanding. Find resources, community, and solace as you journey through a subsequent pregnancy after loss. These podcasts offer reflections, stories, and advice to help you move forward. Check them out today and they may give you the ideas and stratagies you need to help yourself and help your partner through this tough time.
The Still Parents Podcast have discussed pregnancy after loss with a number of dads- you will find these conversations in the below episodes:
Episode 50 & 51: Roy Prestwich Episode 69: Aaron SnipeEpisode 73: James GreenEpisode 74: David Slann
To listen click here or you can find on your usual streaming platform
Kelly and Chris- of The Miscarriag Dads Podcast brave the tender subject of trying for another child post-loss in their latest heart-to-heart series. They have 3 episodes related to Pregnancy after Miscarriage that you can find below.
E11: Trying Again After Miscarriage (part 1)
E12: Deciding to Try for Another Child in the Aftermath of Miscarriage (part 2)
E13: Weathering Anxiety and Anticipation in Post-Loss Pregnancy (part 3)
To listen in click here or you can find on your usual streaming platform
The Hosts of Guys and Grief Podcast- Brad, Brandon & Brian discuss Having Kids After Loss, & Guest Scott Beasley Tells His Story. Click Here to find link to Podcast Episode.
Founder of the Birthing Dads Podcast Steven talks with Matt McConnell about the death of his 2nd Daughter Wren and then how he navigated a subsequent pregnancy as best as possible. To listen click here
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Dad Still Standing, Season 3- Episode 1, the dads Matt and Liam discuss how to approach the subject of trying again with your partner; how to actually try again (don't worry no tips); the emotions and anxieties of being pregnant; and the pain of additional losses. Click Here for link to episode.
Some helpful tips from the mums
We asked mums what good things their partners did for them that helped them through both pregnancy and pregnancy after loss, below were the replies.
''Listen, Listen, Listen. My partner did an amazing job listening to me when I was allowing myself to get excited even when he couldn't allow himself too.''
''Being physically at all the scans and appointments, but trying to be mentally and emotionally there for each other as well.''
''Being able to prioritise antenatal and postnatal appointments over work commitments''
''Have a rest, I've got you''- giving me a rest making my pregnancy feel seen, heard and validated''
''Giving practical support and helping with the simplest of tasks like cleaning, cooking or groceries''
''He has given me lots of reassurance''
''Letting me vent and complain about any symptom, worry or concern and always says that I can complain as much as I like''
''Committing to coming to all scans and appointments for support''
''Talking daily about how we feel, without judgement, just holding space for each of us to express''
''Being each others biggest supporters''
''We continue to invest and develop our own little family rituals... weekly check ins, and an extended Saturday morning walk together with our doggo and coffee''
''Advocating for me, each time I didn't want to be a burden on nursing staff or over react to a situation or symptom''
''Reassuring and advocating for my concerns''
''Always acknowledging me as a mother, complimenting the way I love our baby''
''My husband came with me to the OB and psychologist to help write the birth plan/ wishes. We talked through every aspect and what triggered us both so that we knew on the day we would be safe''
''We made a playlist together, songs we loved and felt calm listening to. We listened to it a lot together at night and talked about the new baby that would be joining us''
If you are looking for support from other dads we would love you to join our Community.
The stories, podcast and tips within this page are for general purposes only and should not be a substitute for professional help. If you are struggling please touch base with your local health care providers or one of the charities listed on this site.