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Was I right to suggest this my new friend ?

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shaketheshame · 09/08/2013 14:16

I have made a new friend, she is lovely. I have been knowing her for few months now. Unfortunately, last year she had a miscarriage. The way she talked about it made me think she was coping alright but she was still aching for a baby. Her situation at the moment doesn't allow her to have a baby. Anyway, last night, we were out and we had some drinks, she busted into tears and told me and my other friend about her miscarriage. The poor thing was completely distraught and I also can say very traumatized. She didn't get a lots of support at the time and said she was still reliving the experience pretty much everyday Sad...I have said she needs to see her gp but she is too scared to see one because she thinks he is not going to help her/takes her seriously. However, seeing her gp will start the ball rolling towards help she could get ? What help is there for her ? Thank you for your help.

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shaketheshame · 09/08/2013 14:28

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peachypips · 09/08/2013 14:34

Hello! Yes, you advised her correctly. I'd say she needs some counselling though, not medication. Sounds like a bit of grief counselling would be good.

Maybe you could go with her to the doctor and ask for that so she is more clear with the doctor.

Unless you push hard you may not be offered NHS counselling though, which would mean paying for it.

Xx

shaketheshame · 09/08/2013 14:43

I have offered to go with her ! I hope she can get it on the nhs. Thank you Peachy !

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peachypips · 09/08/2013 17:17

Even if she is not sure about you going try and push for it- when you are feeling unwell emotionally it's easy to belittle how you are normally when you are in the surgery. All the best x

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