In France, an estimated 200,000 miscarriages take place each year. Despite being the most common reason women visit emergency gynaecology services, silence reigns when it comes to discussing miscarriage while medical staff sometimes lack the time and training to direct women towards psychological support. FRANCE 24 observed a support group, ran by the charity Agapa, for women who were left feeling confused and isolated after their pregnancies ended abruptly.
Support group aims to break silence on miscarriages in France
