This is a return to a place that asks things of you. It asks for your time, your focus, your energy. It asks for you to participate, to be present, to engage. And it asks for these things when your body and your heart are still reeling from a loss that has shaken your foundations.

What to expect physically and emotionally?

Your body is still in a state of recovery. Even at eight weeks, a miscarriage is a significant physical event. You may still be experiencing bleeding or spotting, which can be a constant, unwelcome reminder of what has happened.

Allowing yourself to feel whatever arises is a gentle act of self-compassion. There is no right or wrong way to grieve, and there is no timeline for your healing. When a wave of sadness or anger comes, acknowledge it. You do not need to fix it or push it away. Simply allow it to be there, as a part of your current reality.

What other people get wrong?

They might assume that because your miscarriage was early, the grief is less significant. This often comes from a place of not understanding that love begins the moment you know, the moment you dream, the moment you hope. The length of the pregnancy does not dictate the depth of the loss.

Returning to work after miscarriage at 8 weeks