Quote:I am sorry you had the experience. If you went through all the ceremonial aspects typically associated with mourning a death - a wake, visitation at a funeral home by friends and relatives, a funeral service, a graveside service and burial - then I apologize, because that's what I'm talking about. It's different for a lost fetus than it is for a human being who once breathed fresh air. I never said it was less traumatic or painful, but it is different.

 

I'm sorry I violated your right to not be offended even when posting within the rules, but I've had close family members who have experienced multiple miscarriages with whom I've had this very discussion, upon which I base my opinion.

I think for some, couples who are unable to conceive and don't have the funds for other methods, the loss of potential life for those who may never get the chance again is very, very real. As real as it would be if a normal couple who has no problem having kids were to lose one. That may well be the only child they ever have so I'm pretty sure they're grieving in ways no one in their position can imagine. 

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