Ep10: Premature Birth in COVID, Miscarriage, and The Decision to Stop, with Edwina – Lancashire

Olly is joined by Edwina, who will be leading the 11th marathon; the Lancashire leg of the challenge this Sunday 8th March, alongside a small & mighty team.Edwina shares her experience of pregnancy loss — from an early miscarriage in 2021 to a later loss following weeks of uncertainty during a pregnancy of unknown location. She also reflects on the premature birth of her son at 31 weeks during the COVID pandemic, and the emotional complexity of navigating loss while raising a young child.They discuss the difficult decision to stop trying to conceive after multiple medical emergencies, the pressure many couples feel to keep going, and why choosing to stop can sometimes be the hardest step of all. Edwina also talks about finding support through communities like The Worst Girl Gang Ever and how running became a crucial outlet for processing grief.They look ahead to the Lancashire marathon route, running along the coast near Morecambe before finishing at Lancaster Castle.👉 Follow the journey and support the cause at marathonsformiracles.comAll episodes contain sensitive discussions around pregnancy loss and grief. Experiences shared are personal and are not a substitute for medical advice. Please seek professional support if needed. Listener discretion advised.