Holly Hagen’s miscarriage message is an eye-opening reminder for us all

Holly Hagen is reminding us of the importance of being cautious when discussing family plans

It's a question many of us dread being asked: whether you want children or not.

'When are you going to have kids?'

'You better hurry up and settle down?'

'Are you going to hurry up and give them a little brother or sister?'

They may seem harmless, but these kinds of questions can really knock our confidence and cause a lot more distress than those asking realise.

In response to a fan's question on Instagram, Holly confirmed she had a miscarriage in March.

The follower asked, "Are you having anymore children? Your a great mum [sic]"

Alongside a photo of two positive pregnancy tests, Holly opened up about the heartbreaking loss.

The reality star confirmed she was in the early stages of her pregnancy when she suffered the loss.

"Just because 90% of the questions are about when we’re having another, and I do get constant comments like ‘AJ needs a sibling’ and I’m like I KNOWW!!…

"I did want to speak about it at the time but didn’t know how and didn’t know how and didn’t want any sympathy (and still don’t so please don’t message lol) but we did miscarry in March…

"Just a reminder to be mindful when commenting, saying ‘when’s the next’ because how on earth would we know that?”

Holly's message has reminded us that it is best to leave people be and not to pry when it comes to fertility and family.

You never know what kind of struggles people are facing, and a question as simple as this can be a major trigger for them.

Anam Cara supports women who have suffered miscarriages and baby loss. You can contact them on 085 2888 888