‘It was a sad and worrying time’: BBC broadcaster Keeley Donovan shares devastating miscarriage news as she admits she’s ‘ashamed’ and reassures others they’re not ‘alone’
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Keeley Donovan shared that she tragically miscarried and admitted she felt “shamed” as she reassured others they weren’t “alone”.
The BBC weather presenter for the North of England, 39, took to her Instagram on Wednesday night to share the devastating news with her followers.
She shared a photo of a bouquet of white flowers sitting next to a single candle, alongside a lengthy statement describing her heartbreaking news.
Sad news: BBC broadcaster Keeley Donovan has revealed she tragically had a miscarriage and admitted she felt ‘shamed’ as she reassured others they weren’t ‘alone’.
Job: Keeley works for the BBC as a water presenter for television and radio stations in north London, including presenting Look North
Keeley said she experienced “terrible morning sickness” before miscarrying around the time of her 12-week scan, describing it as a “sad and worrying time.”
She wrote: “*Trigger warning* Baby loss. I returned to work last week but you may not have seen me for a while, the truth is I was out with terrible morning sickness.
“Unfortunately, the day before our 12 week scan, I showed signs of miscarriage. There was no heartbeat on the scan.
“A few days later I ended up back in the hospital due to severe blood loss. It was a sad and worrying time.
Tragic: She shared a photo of a bouquet of white flowers sitting next to a single candle, alongside a lengthy statement describing her heartbreaking news
Devastating: The BBC weather presenter for the North of England, 39, took to her Instagram on Wednesday night to share the devastating news with her followers
“It’s horrifying to think that so many people go through this, but I take comfort in knowing that miscarriages are not uncommon.
“Talking to other women/friends who have had similar experiences really helped.”
Keeley said she didn’t know how physically “traumatic” a miscarriage could be and admitted she was “ashamed” afterwards as she reassured other women they weren’t alone.
She continued, “It still feels like a topic that a lot of us don’t know enough about. For example, I had no idea how traumatic the physical side of a miscarriage can be.
Hard times: Keeley said she experienced “terrible morning sickness” before suffering a miscarriage around the time of her 12-week scan, describing it as a “sad and worrying time”.
“One of the many feelings I have felt is shame. I can’t help but wonder if that’s one of the reasons it’s not talked about more.
“So I’m just posting this as one more person to contribute to the dialogue. Maybe it helps someone a little to know they are not alone in their experience.
“I also post a lot of positive things about my life here and wanted to be honest because sometimes life can be a little bit junk.
“If you’ve had a miscarriage and want advice or feel like you need to speak to someone, @tommys and @cradle_charity are helpful.
“Thank you to our friends, family and colleagues who have been so kind to us over the past few weeks.”
The BBC Look North star, who shares a daughter Scout, two, with her husband Johnny I’Anson, has been inundated with messages of support from her fans.
One person wrote: “So sorry to hear this Keeley. stay strong darling That’s something I’ve been through too. If you ever need a chat I’m there too along with your friends xx’
Another commented: “So sorry. I send you lots of love xxx’
A third said: “Bold words Keeley. It can feel very lonely and completely confusing. Lots of love to you both xx’, while a fourth added: “Sending you so much love.”
‘Sending you so much love’: Keeley was inundated with messages of support from her fans after sharing her news
A fifth wrote: “Sorry for your loss, we missed your smile on our screens. Take time to heal and take care of yourself.’
And another said: “Oh Keeley what very sad news. I hope you are getting the support you need at this time.’
Keeley and her radio host husband Johnny tied the knot in a rustic wedding in June 2018 and welcomed their daughter Scout in July 2020.
If you are affected by this story you can seek advice at www.misborneassociation.org.uk or by telephone on 01924 200 799.
Family: Keeley and her radio host husband Johnny tied the knot in a rustic wedding in June 2018 and welcomed their daughter Scout in July 2020