VIRTUAL MISCARRIAGE SUPPORT
What is a Miscarriage Doula?
A miscarriage doula is a non-medical, holistically trained support person or companion. Their role is to provide a layer of care and support following pregnancy loss. As a miscarriage doula, we are trained and knowledgeable in pregnancy and pregnancy loss, providing emotional, physical, and mental support to women and men who have experienced miscarriage(s) and pregnancy loss at any gestation. It’s important to add that as miscarriage doulas, we acknowledge that first and second (and third) trimester losses are birth and death. We do not believe that anyone mis-carries their child or does anything incorrectly. As a society, we use the term “miscarriage” for losses prior to 20 weeks but it’s deeper than that and we know this. If you see the word miscarriage, it’s only so our support can be understood and easily accessible.
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UPCOMING SUPPORT GROUPS
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ONE MISCARRIAGE
A four-week cohort for those who have suffered one miscarriage of their first pregnancy.
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RECURRENT LOSSES
A four-week cohort for those navigating life after two or more pregnancy losses.
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LOSS AFTER LIVING CHILDREN
A four-week support group for those who have suffered one or more losses AFTER living children (or of sibling pregnancies)
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LOSS IN THE SECOND TRIMESTER
A four-week cohort for those who have experienced loss in the second trimester.
Our Services
The Miscarriage Doula is more than a resource; it’s a safe haven for processing your loss and finding your path to forward. We offer:
One-on-One Support: Dedicated time to explore your unique journey and emotions with a trained doula.
Support Groups: A nurturing space to connect with others who understand and to receive both professional and peer support.
Resources and Tools: Practical guidance and information to help you navigate life after loss.
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The Miscarriage Doula Organization is a tax-exempt non-profit educational institution under the IRS code section 501c3, tax ID# 33-2222544, 100% of your contribution is tax deductible.
MEET THE DOULAS
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ARDEN CARTRETTE
Founder of The Miscarriage Doula
Certified Birth + Bereavement Doula (Sisters in Loss)
Certified Trauma Support Specialist (Arizona Trauma Institute)
Personal Experience: Infertility, Recurrent Losses, Pregnancy After Loss
Arden lives in North Carolina with her husband, living children, and dogs. She’s passionate about reproductive health and ensuring that people are informed and well supported. When she’s not working on The Miscarriage Doula, she’s reading or spending time with her family.
saRAH
coCKE
Certified Bereavement Doula
Director of Communications
Sarah lives in Washington state and is our everything. You may see her respond to an email or lead a one-on-one call. She’s a Certified Bereavement Doula with two years experience working in this field. Sarah has also experienced recurrent pregnancy loss and fertility issues which led her to do this work.
PRAISE FOR OUR SUPPORT GROUPS
"I did two recurrent pregnancy loss support groups with Arden and it helped me so much during a really tough time. I’ve recommended Arden’s support groups and 1:1 services to multiple friends and they also had great things to say about the support they received. Couldn’t recommend Arden and her support groups enough. Really helped me to heal emotionally as well as gain good information on testing, vitamins, etc to bring back to my fertility team. I still keep in touch with some of the women in my groups as well. If you unfortunately need the support after loss, please use the miscarriage doula!" - Sarah
"Wow I’m so happy my friend told me about this support group. I loved the first one so much I signed up for a second session after my second miscarriage. This was the support I needed." - Sam
'During the 6 weeks of the grief support group, I felt the edges of my grief soften. When my group began, a couple months after my loss, the pain was so raw, my anger and sadness felt like it was multiplying so quickly that nothing I tried could offer any lasting comfort. I couldn’t push people away fast enough, I couldn’t punish myself hard enough. Meeting with other women who also felt this loss so deeply provided gave my grief a place to rest, to be seen, to finally feel comfort. I still grieve my loss but am now better able to focus on the love I gained and find comfort in the short time I had with my baby." - Megan