Episode 16: From Miscarriage to Motherhood
Anne Opens Up, Pt. 1
In this conversation, Anne van der Pasch shares her experiences of pregnancy, miscarriage, and motherhood, contrasting her time in the UK with her journey in the Netherlands. She discusses the emotional challenges of her miscarriages during COVID, the differences in maternity care between the two countries, and how her experiences shaped her approach to motherhood and entrepreneurship.
Takeaways:
Anne had two miscarriages before her first successful pregnancy.
Her experience during COVID made pregnancy particularly challenging.
She felt unsupported by the healthcare system in the UK during her miscarriages.
Anne found the process of miscarriage to be extremely painful and traumatic.
She moved to the Netherlands while seven months pregnant for better maternity care.
In the Netherlands, she felt more cared for and supported by healthcare providers.
The same midwife assisted in the births of both of her children.
Anne's experiences influenced her decision to create a skincare business for mothers and babies.
She emphasizes the importance of emotional support during pregnancy and loss.
Anne reflects on the differences in maternity care between the UK and the Netherlands.
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