I recently learned that my newly pregnant sister is now suffering a miscarriage. If all was well, she would be on the…
I recently learned that my newly pregnant sister is now suffering a miscarriage. If all was well, she would be on the way to being a mom of two. I was the first and only person she told up until she found out the devastating news. I was so excited for her and looking forward to watching her become a mom. I have two kids of my own and was looking forward to them having cousins close by. However, that wont be the case and all I can do is weep and pray for my sister and her husband. Ive witnessed miscarriages with co-workers but it never felt real/cloe so to speak. My sister talks greatly about being sad but also frustrated since the miscarriage process isnt complete but she knows its inevitable (blighted ovum). She puts up a good front. I listen but I also feel guilty, guilty that she will hear my kids when she calls or get pics (we have a family text group) and updates. She says she doesnt mind, but Im worried its a reminder of what she could have had. How do you help and what do you say when its so close to home? I wish I were closer to hug her everyday and be a good distraction but Im not. I worry that she weeps in silence despite having a good support system. What do I say or do to help her the best way possible? I am so sad for her but I dont want to utter cliche shit. Suggestions?