Grief during pregnancy: 5 phrases that hurt women who have experienced the loss of a child, according to the psychologist

“Perinatal pain does not only concern the death of the child, but the bond and interrupted projects”, underlines the psychologist Rafaela Schiavo.

Tati Machado has spoken openly about the pain she still feels five months after the death of her son Rael, in the final stretch of her pregnancy. The presenter and other famous women, such as the influencer Clara Maia, who lost one of her babies during a twin pregnancyAND Lexa, whose daughter died a few days after giving birthhave raised debates on a topic that affects many women: gestational pain.

“Perinatal pain does not only concern the death of the child, but the bond and the interrupted projects. Validating this pain is essential for acceptance to truly take place”, explains perinatal psychologist Rafaela Schiavo, founder of the MaterOnline Institute.

Such a sensitive topic leads to mistakes being made, even when the intention is to provide support. Therefore, the specialist listed the phrases that should be avoided so as not to hurt the grieving mother.

• “It was better this way”

• “You can try again”

• “At least it was early”

• “God knows what he is doing”

• “Be strong”

“These phrases, even if well intentioned, reduce suffering. True hospitality is made of presence, not ready-made answers”, reiterates Rafaela.

PSYCHOLOGIST ON GESTATIONAL PAIN: ‘THERE IS NO DEFINITE DEADLINE’

According to the psychologist, mourning is unique, therefore it is not possible to establish a pre-established deadline for the end of the process. “What’s important is to look at how sadness affects your daily life. In case of prolonged isolation or thoughts of hopelessness, it may be time to seek specialized support,” he added.

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