Cervical Insufficiency, Stillbirth, and Bedrest. Cervical insufficiency is painless opening of the cervix that results in delivery of the baby during the 2nd trimester of pregnancy. Connective tissue disorders that are present at birth and injuries can make tissues of the cervix weak. When the cervix is weak, the baby may be delivered too early. Guest, Dorienna Alfred experienced a stillbirth at 19 weeks due to cervical insufficiency and a birth defect.

This episode is for you to listen to if you have experienced a stillbirth, birth trauma or cervical insufficiency.  This episode is for you to listen to if you are a therapist and experienced miscarriage or infant loss. Please click the link below to listen to  this featured Sisters in Loss podcast episode.

Perinatal Loss, Black Women, Birthing and Protecting Wellness.  Dr. Dorienna M. Alfred shares her story of pregnancy losses and the resulting anxiety and depression that made the journey to parenthood very challenging. Join us to hear her inspiring story of healing and hope.