Bethany's Half Marathon

On 12th March, 2023 I will be running my first half marathon. I am running for my daughter who never got to walk on this earth, and raising awareness about pregnancy loss. Each week I will be sharing some information about pregnancy loss and keeping you updated on my training goals in the lead up to the big run.

After losing our daughter, Zephaniah Grace at 16 weeks in April 2022, I lost all motivation to care for my body and was feeling very unfit. I felt insecure about my body. In my grief there have been many layers. I have grieved the loss of fitness and endurance I once had. By running this half marathon, I am able to say that this grief will not defeat me. This is a way I can honour my daughter.

I received support from Pink Elephants after a friend recommended their Facebook group. Their support has been super helpful and I have been able to grieve with others and feel less alone. Pregnancy loss is often down played and overlooked. I want to help raise awareness and funds to keep valuable programs and supports available to all other families going through pregnancy loss.