Where else to find help

We are a small charity. These organisations are bigger, older and staffed — and some of them can do things we can’t.

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Sands

0808 164 3332
Stillbirth and neonatal death. Free bereavement support helpline, plus local groups across the UK. helpline@sands.org.uk

Miscarriage UK

0303 003 6464
Miscarriage, molar and ectopic pregnancy. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 9am–4pm; Wednesday and Friday 9am–8pm. Formerly The Miscarriage Association.

Tommy’s

0800 0147 800
A midwife-staffed line for any type of pregnancy loss, including termination for medical reasons. Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm. Free.

The Lullaby Trust

0808 802 6868
The sudden or unexpected death of a baby or young child. Weekdays 10am–2pm; weekends and bank holidays 6pm–10pm. For anyone close to the family, not only parents.

Petals

Free specialist baby loss counselling, one to one and online. Refer yourself through their website or ask your hospital to refer you — there is no phone line, everything is arranged by email. petalscharity.org

Aching Arms

07464 508994
A comfort bear sent to you, and a team who have been there to talk to. Call or text, or email support@achingarms.co.uk

Five X More

Black maternal health. If you have lost a baby in the last year they can arrange a one-to-one call with a Tommy’s midwife, and free counselling through Petals. fivexmore.org

Cruse Bereavement Support

0808 808 1677
Bereavement of any kind, not only baby loss. Free helpline, and local services across the UK.

Samaritans

116 123
Any time, day or night, for anyone who is struggling to cope. Free from any phone.

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