Aston Villa and England star shares emotional message as she opens up on miscarriage

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27 Apr 2026 • 4:29 PM MYT
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Aston Villa and England star shares emotional message as she opens up on miscarriage

  • Missy Bo Kearns has openly discussed her recent miscarriage, sharing an emotional message of solidarity with others who have experienced similar losses.
  • Kearns and her partner, Liam Walsh, first announced on 29 March that they had lost their child during pregnancy, describing the period since as filled with an unexplainable sadness.
  • During an interview broadcast on Sunday, 26 April, the Aston Villa and England midfielder became tearful as she admitted to feeling 'guilty' about the miscarriage, questioning if she was responsible.
  • She conveyed a message of reassurance, stating that such feelings are unwarranted and that 'it's what's meant to be, it will be,' hoping others who have experienced miscarriage would recognise this.
  • The article includes contact details for support services such as the Miscarriage Association helpline and Tommy’s, offering assistance and information for those affected by pregnancy loss.
  • You can contact the Miscarriage Association helpline on 01924 200799 or email the charity at info@miscarriageassociation.org.uk. The helpline is open from 9am to 4pm Monday to Friday. For more information, help and support regarding pregnancy loss, you can contact Tommy’s on 0800 0147 800.

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