Call for more supports from employers for parents who lose a child by early miscarriage

Dr Keelin O' Donoghue's research found that some 85% of bereaved parents found it difficult to return to work.

Employers should introduce more supports for parents who lose a child through early miscarriage instead of waiting for a State scheme, a leading obstetrician has said.

There is no statutory leave scheme linked to miscarriage before 24 weeks gestation. It is estimated a quarter of pregnancies end in miscarriage.