In February 2024, we found out I was pregnant. What should have been a joyful, hopeful journey quickly turned into something completely different.

After weeks of heavy bleeding and multiple calls to my GP, we were advised to go to A&E. What followed were 48 hours of blood tests, endless worry, and no clear answers.

Within a week, I was told I had a pregnancy of unknown location. Just two days later, I was rushed into emergency surgery - what we now know was an ectopic pregnancy had ruptured, causing internal bleeding.

It was a traumatic and terrifying experience, one that left us with a deep sense of loss and a life full of “what ifs.” The grief that followed was overwhelming and raw. It’s something no one should have to go through alone.

As I began to process everything and try to feel more like myself again, I turned to exercise - specifically running - as a way to take time for me, my mental health and for my body to recover.

When I saw the opportunity to run the London Landmarks Half Marathon for the Miscarriage Association, it just clicked.

I'm running to raise £500 for a charity that offers vital support to people who often feel unseen and unheard.

“At the Miscarriage Association, we acknowledge the heartbreak of pregnancy loss and strive to make a positive difference for everyone affected by miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy and molar pregnancy.”

For over 40 years, the Miscarriage Association has provided support, information, and guidance to those experiencing loss. Their services include a helpline, live chat, peer support groups, online communities, and social media spaces, creating a network of care and connection when it’s needed most.

I truly believe that communities like this can make a real difference, not just for individuals, but for society as a whole. Talking openly about miscarriage and pregnancy loss is powerful. It helps us acknowledge the life-changing impact of something too often kept in the dark.

Please consider donating if you’re able - your support means the world.

Thank you 💙