Coleen Rooney Candidly Discusses Miscarriage Heartbreak and Its Effect on Wayne
Coleen Rooney has bravely opened up about the profound impact of her miscarriage, sharing how the traumatic experience affected not only her but also her husband, former England footballer Wayne Rooney. The couple, who met when Coleen was just 16, are now parents to four children: Kai, 16, Klay, 12, Kit, 10, and Cass, seven. However, before their family expanded, Coleen endured the heartbreak of a miscarriage during her first pregnancy.
The Emotional Journey of Loss and Recovery
In a recent interview with Image, Coleen revealed, "I had a miscarriage with my first pregnancy." She explained that while she first spoke about it publicly during her time on I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!, the conversation flowed naturally in the jungle setting. Reflecting on the shock, she added, "It was difficult, it was a shock because you just think 'I'm going to have children.'" Coleen also shared insights from her mother, who struggled with infertility, noting, "My mum didn't have miscarriages, she just couldn't get pregnant. So I did wonder if I'd be able to have children, but my mum said 'at least you can get pregnant that's a positive', because she couldn't."
Coleen emphasized that the miscarriage affected Wayne more deeply than it did her, attributing this to the support she received. "I think it affected Wayne more than it affected me, and I don't know if that's because everyone rallied around me, and not him," she said. "I think the males are forgotten about a lot and it wasn't until later that he said it really did affect him." She later experienced another miscarriage between her second and third pregnancies, handling it differently by acknowledging it as a shared loss. "I had another one in between my second and third pregnancy and obviously I took that into account that it was his loss as well, not just mine so that was dealt with different that time around," Coleen explained.
Addressing Marriage Speculation and Public Scrutiny
Recent events have placed the Rooneys' marriage under intense public scrutiny. Wayne was spotted partying with a mystery woman before the Brit Awards, leading to speculation about their relationship. The 39-year-old footballer attended the event with celebrities like singer Calum Scott and actress Shona McGarty, appearing worse for wear in the early hours. Reports suggested Coleen felt "humiliated" by his actions.
However, the couple recently presented a united front at a launch event for Coleen's Primark collection in Liverpool. A source told The Sun, "Wayne was by Coleen's side last night. He was on his best behaviour and was being very affectionate with her. He might have skipped her London launch, but he was keen to support her closer to home in Liverpool and show just how proud he is of her." The event was documented for Coleen's upcoming documentary, offering fans a glimpse into their private lives. "All eyes were on them, and they even had the cameras there for Coleen's doc. Everything is being documented, so fans will get to see what has really been going on behind closed doors," the source added.
Maintaining Balance and Connection
Despite the challenges, Coleen highlighted the importance of maintaining a strong bond with Wayne. In her interview, she mentioned that while they don't have a set date night, they prioritize spending quality time together whenever possible. "We do have a good balance," she said. "We've got good friends who will invite us round or will make a date in the diary to go to a concert, or just the two of us. It's so important."
For those affected by similar experiences, support is available through the Miscarriage Association. They can be contacted at 01924 200799 or via email at info@miscarriageassociation.org.uk.
