Morningside local Catherine Isaac, founder of Two Souls Co., is changing the conversation around early pregnancy loss by providing compassionate support and dignified options for women experiencing miscarriage at home.
A Personal Loss Inspires Change
On 5 January 2021, Ms Isaac’s life was forever changed. At 10.5 weeks pregnant, she began bleeding and was diagnosed with a missed miscarriage. The experience of losing her baby at home over seven traumatic weeks exposed a major gap in early pregnancy loss care.
Women experiencing miscarriage at home are often left without clear guidance on what to expect or how to handle their baby’s remains. Ms Isaac, struggling with the idea of flushing her baby, searched for a respectful alternative. Eventually, she and her husband held a graveside ceremony, giving their baby a dignified farewell.
After experiencing three pregnancy losses and witnessing the lack of resources available, Ms Isaac founded Two Souls Co. to support other women navigating the same heartbreak.
Introducing the Soul Collection Kit
Recognising the need for a compassionate solution, Two Souls Co. developed the Soul Collection Kit—a resource designed for women experiencing early pregnancy loss through natural or medication-assisted management.
The kit includes:
- A discreet carry bag for privacy
- A collection device to safely capture the baby
- A non-touch scoop for gentle transfer
- An opaque jar for secure storage or pathology testing
- A comprehensive instruction card for guidance
- Facial tissues for emotional support
- A brochure from The Pink Elephants Support Network
Priced at $29.95 per kit or $149.75 for a five-kit bundle, the kits provide an alternative to the distressing reality many women face. Healthcare professionals can also subscribe for regular supply to support their patients.
Bridging the Gap in Pregnancy Loss Care
Despite one in four pregnancies ending in miscarriage, resources for dignified early pregnancy loss management remain limited. Many women, like Ms Isaac, are advised to go home and wait for the “tissue” to pass without further guidance.
City official Lucy Collier has praised Ms Isaac’s work, acknowledging the gaps in pregnancy loss care and the silence surrounding difficult conversations. She described Two Souls Co. as a crucial step towards improving support and information for affected women.
Ms Isaac recently addressed a BCC meeting, advocating for better resources and awareness. Her speech highlighted the emotional and physical impact of early pregnancy loss, urging for more accessible support systems.
A Community-Driven Solution
Two Souls Co. is not just about providing kits—it is about giving women a choice. The initiative empowers them to honour their loss in a meaningful way, whether through burial, cremation, or pathology testing.
By partnering with healthcare professionals, Two Souls Co. aims to integrate the Soul Collection Kit into standard early pregnancy loss care, ensuring no woman has to face this experience without compassionate support.
Moving Forward
Ms Isaac’s journey has come full circle with the birth of her daughter in August 2023. While her personal grief remains, her advocacy has transformed the pregnancy loss experience for countless women.
For those seeking support or wanting to purchase a Soul Collection Kit, Two Souls Co. provides resources online at twosoulsco.com.au.
Published 28-Feb-2025
