Abortion & Perinatal Loss Support

I have created two sub headings for perinatal loss, to make it easier for those looking for specific supports in this space. However, I want to note that grief and loss through the perinatal period (and beyond) is not so clearly defined, and I encourage you to choose the resources, tools and supports that feel aligned to your own individual experience.

As a full spectrum doula I also offer in-person (when local) and distance support for those navigating early birth, stillbirth, and intentional pregnancy release / abortion. You can view my offerings here.

Perinatal Loss: Abortion / Intentional Pregnancy Release

The Perinatal Loss Centre: Support and education for health practitioners, bereaved parents and their families.

I had One Too: an online platform sharing stories about abortion and discussing how laws and public perceptions impact safe and accessible abortion services in Australia.

The Abortion Project: A documentary photography project aiming to demystify & de-stigmatize medical abortions.

(Book) ‘Choice Words: Writers on Abortion’ edited by Annie Finch

(Book) ‘Rituals and Meditations for Pregnancy Release’ by Aileen Peterson

(Zine) Grow your Abortion Zine: A zine to demystify and ground you in relationship to a handful of our ancient herbal abortifacients.

(Article) Ceremony: A Personal Narrative on My Abortion Experience by Mai Doan

(Article) The Racist History of Abortion and Midwifery Bans

Abortion Care Is Not Just for Cis Women by Sachiko Ragosta

Trans and Nonbinary People Get Abortions Too by Caitlin Van Horn

Perinatal Loss: Early Birth / Miscarriage, Stillbirth & Baby Loss

SANDS: Provides information & confidential 24/7 support for parents who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth or the death of a baby. You can call them on 1300 072 637.

The Pink Elephants Support Network: Provides resources, information and peer-support for anyone impacted by early pregnancy loss.

(Article) Miscarriage Stories: 10 Women Share Their Loss

(Article) What to Expect During and After a Miscarriage / Abortion by Molly Dutton Kenny

(Article) Confronting the ‘Failure’ of Miscarriage as a Trans Man by Freddy McConnell

(Book) I Had a Miscarriage: A Memoir, A Movement by Jessica Zucker

(Book) ‘Bearing the Unbearable: Love, Loss and the Heartbreaking Path of Grief’ by Joanne Cacciatore, PhD

(Book) ‘Mourning Sickness: Stories and Poems about Miscarriage, Stillbirth, and Infant Loss’ by Missy Martin (Editor)

(Book) ‘Trying Again: A Guide To Pregnancy After Miscarriage, Stillbirth, and Infant Loss’ by Ann Douglas & John R. Sussman

(Book) ‘Having A Baby After Infant Loss: The Complicated Mix of Grief & Joy’ by Kate Kripke