Deciding when—or if—you’re ready to try again after a TFMR is one of the most personal and emotionally complex choices you’ll face. There’s no perfect timeline, and the journey ahead can feel overwhelming. How do you know if you’re ready? Are you ready for fear and hope to exist side by side? Explore key questions to help you navigate this decision with compassion and clarity.

Deciding whether to name your baby after ending a wanted pregnancy is a deeply personal choice—one that holds different meaning for every parent. Some find comfort in naming their baby, while others don’t need one. There is no right or wrong decision, only what feels right for you. But what if you change your mind? What if you’re unsure? Let’s explore the many ways parents honor their babies and how this choice can evolve over time.

When I made the heart-wrenching decision to terminate my pregnancy for medical reasons (TFMR), I felt broken and alone. I still grieve but have been able to find hope and joy again. And through my healing journey, I have found meaning in helping other loving parents who have had made the difficult decision to TFMR for either the health of the birthing parent or the child. Here is my story of heartache and healing…here is my story of the love for my son.