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Still Loved: Life After Stillbirth

Following the journeys of three women coping with the death of their babies, as they try to find ways to deal with their bereavements, from vlogging to social media. Megan E lost her baby Milo at 36 weeks and now is attempting to process her feelings and connect with others through the videos she posts on her Youtube channel. Megan G, since experiencing stillbirth in 2016 has tried numerous rounds of IVF without success and is now turning to alternative medicines, alongside traditional methods to help increase her chances of conceiving. Finally, we tell the story of Ashleigh who is pregnant with her 'rainbow baby', the name given to babies conceived after a stillbirth. From vlogging and sharing their experiences on social media to trying herbal remedies to try and conceive again; each method is different but the desire to heal is the unifying factor. With the UK having one of the highest still birth rates in Europe the government is currently trying to execute a plan to reduce the numbers by 20% by 2020. Shockingly a 2016 survey revealed that Britain is ranked 33rd out of 35 in the developed world for its stillbirth rates, which are twice those of the best performing countries. These alarming stats have led to calls for better advice to parents on foetal movement, and stricter protocols to ensure that women who report changes get the right care. They are also the basis for this documentary, telling the stories of bereaved parents who have had to deal with the most heart breaking experiences imaginable.

English
  • Originally Aired October 4, 2018
  • Production Code p06m0vvs
  • Network BBC iPlayer
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