My thoughts and prayers are with you in the loss of your long hoped for child. It is so devastating to experience this. Many of us can relate. What area are you in? You and your husband might really benefit from counseling to help you on your healing journey. Based on your location, I might be able to suggest some counselors who specialize in pregnancy loss and infertility. (Perhaps others will share some ideas as well.) I'm so sorry for your loss. Be gentle with yourself at this very difficult time, and don't be afraid to reach out for help. Also, it is okay to be assertive about what you do and don't want to do this year in terms of the holidays. You are grieving, and you and your husband can approach the holidays whatever way is best for the two of you - that might mean avoiding big family celebrations. Only you know what you do or don't feel up to, but a therapist can help you to set boundaries for yourself that can aid in your healing journey. Let us know if you want/need some recommendations for counseling. My heart goes out to you and your husband.
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