Periagoge
Scenario

Why platitudes about God's plan feel cruel after pregnancy loss

Everyone keeps telling me my miscarriage was 'part of God's plan' and I want to scream because what kind of plan involves taking away the baby I wanted so desperately.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Well-meaning theological explanations for loss are causing additional pain rather than providing comfort.

Your guide for this
Mira
Mira works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Grief and faith — when loss challenges belief?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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