Exploring Leave Options After Pregnancy Loss
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Exploring Leave Options After Pregnancy Loss

It can be tough to return to “normal” life after a pregnancy loss. In the United States, there is considerable variation by state and organization and no statutory Family and Medical Leave after a stillbirth. Since some employers do not consider pregnancy loss under the definition of disability, you may need to find creative ways to take additional time off.

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Genetic Counseling 101
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Genetic Counseling 101

Following recurrent pregnancy losses, it is normal to have many questions and concerns. Speaking with a genetic counselor can help you and your partner understand your success rates of achieving a healthy pregnancy in the future and the possible risks.

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Lactation Decisions After Stillbirth
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Lactation Decisions After Stillbirth

After losing a late-stage pregnancy or an infant, your body will still likely produce milk. This article will outline what you can expect from your body and tips for care, whether you choose to immediately stop milk production or continue to lactate after your loss.

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Pregnancy Loss and Potential Causes of Stillbirth
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Pregnancy Loss and Potential Causes of Stillbirth

Parents experiencing pregnancy loss may seek additional testing in an effort to determine the cause of loss. Sometimes, learning the cause of a pregnancy loss may help put your mind at ease and help you improve your chances for having a healthy, full-term pregnancy in the future.

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Pregnancy Loss and Potential Causes of Miscarriage
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Pregnancy Loss and Potential Causes of Miscarriage

Parents experiencing pregnancy loss may seek additional testing in an effort to determine the cause of loss. Sometimes, learning the cause of a pregnancy loss may help put your mind at ease and help you improve your chances for having a healthy, full-term pregnancy in the future.

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Making Plans for Your Baby’s Remains
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Making Plans for Your Baby’s Remains

There are several options for handling your baby’s remains, each involving varying degrees of parental involvement. You may choose to manage your child’s remains at home, or let the hospital make arrangements for your family. There is no right answer. Here is some information to help you make the best decision for your family.

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Caring For Your Healing Body After Stillbirth
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Caring For Your Healing Body After Stillbirth

Giving birth is one of the most physically intense events that most mothers will experience in their lifetimes. Although stillbirth – defined in more detail below – is a heartbreaking end to a pregnancy, stillborn babies must be delivered vaginally or via cesarean. As a result, stillbirth involves a lengthy physical recovery for the mother.

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Paying Medical Bills After A Loss
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Paying Medical Bills After A Loss

During a time when you might be feeling overwhelmed with grief after a pregnancy loss, you may need some help navigating your medical bills. There are a few simple steps you can take to make sure a medical bill you receive is accurate. If you follow these simple steps you confidently will know the claims process has occurred and the portion of the bill you receive is accurate.

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Submitting Short Term Disability Paperwork After Stillbirth
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Submitting Short Term Disability Paperwork After Stillbirth

If you or your partner has experienced a stillbirth, you may be entitled to short-term and long-term paid or unpaid leave, subject to your individual circumstances or employment. In this article we outline the process of submitting short-term and/or long-term disability paperwork in the most efficient and painless way possible.

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