Trigger warning - pregnancy loss Depression after missed miscarriage

[Igglepiggleandhisboat]

I was told at a scan at 10 weeks that I had had a missed miscarriage. It came as a complete shock as although I’ve had four previous miscarriages, this time I had no idea that there was anything wrong and previous scans had been fine.
I am mentally struggling. Whilst physically I am returning to normal, I am depressed.
As it’s Christmas I’m going through the motions for my children. The thought of returning to work after Christmas and going back to normal is scaring me. I feel like I will never be normal again and I’m so upset. Every day is hard with some days being horrendous like the day I should have had my twelve week scan etc

Will it get better? How can I help myself?

So sorry for your loss and that you feel this way. I experienced similar after my miscarriages.

If you are able perhaps take a little more time off after Christmas to recover emotionally? And take a look at the SANDS and Tommys websites, they have some very good resources.

My thoughts are with you OP and my deepest condolences.
I had a MMC at 12 weeks two years ago a few days before Christmas. It was hard, I put on a brace face and carried on! In private I cried and mourned my loss! It helped me to name my baby and talk to my DP about how I was feeling and let the feelings out! Anger, sadness etc.
you will move on but you won't forget

Thank you.
I thought I was ok but I’m really really not.
I will look at the websites suggested. Thank you x