Woman calls for better awareness of medically advised terminations after son had Chaos syndrome
Rosanna Brown from Hampshire is campaigning for improved support and terminology regarding termination for medical reasons following the loss of her son in 2023.
Medical condition required ending pregnancy
Doctors advised Rosanna Brown to end her pregnancy because her son William had Chaos syndrome. Continuing the pregnancy would have risked the lives of both mother and child. The rare condition made birth impossible without severe danger.
Patient faces social isolation
Rosanna said many parents hide the truth about their choice to avoid judgment. She explained that women often tell others they had a miscarriage instead. This silence makes the grieving process feel more complex and lonely for families.
Campaign seeks terminology change
The woman wants the term termination for medical reasons used correctly in public discourse. About 5,000 women receive this option annually, a number higher than stillbirth cases. An NHS spokesperson stated that comprehensive support exists for women with serious diagnoses.
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