Pregnancy loss shouldn’t be a taboo topic in the workplace

The author recounts the stillbirth of her daughter and the inadequacy of bereavement policies regarding pregnancy loss. She emphasizes the need for companies to include specific pregnancy-loss leave in their policies, rather than waiting until an employee is grieving. Many companies' bereavement policies don't cover pregnancy loss, leaving grieving parents unsupported. The author advocates for more openness about pregnancy loss in the workplace to reduce isolation. TheSkimm's Show Us Your Leave campaign provides a resource for HR policies on bereavement support. Compassionate coworkers can support those who have experienced pregnancy loss by listening and checking in. The Miscarriage Association and other resources offer guidance on what to say and how to support grieving individuals. Pregnancy loss isn't rare, and workplaces should provide adequate support. The author emphasizes the deep grief associated with losing a child, urging companies to improve their approach.