Welcome to Baby Loss Awareness Week (9-15 Oct)

Baby Loss Awareness Week is now in its 22nd year.

 

Baby Loss Awareness Week is an opportunity to bring us together as a community and give anyone touched by pregnancy and baby loss a safe and supportive space to share their experiences and feel that they are not alone.

 

During last year’s #WaveOfLight messages of remembrance and hope brought many people together. Take care of yourselves and know that we are here for you now and throughout the year.

 

You are not alone.

Your Stories

“We grieved HARD. Having a TMFR (Termination For Medical Reasons) leaves you in no mans land.”

“I couldn’t help but think maybe this one was meant to be. However, we again lost the pregnancy in the early stages.”

“Those months during lockdown, planning how we were going to raise her were the best months of my life.”

“But his heart is broken, and he too carries the grief, through every moment, of every day.”

“Like lots of other people in this sad situation, acknowledgement was what we were seeking and to those who gave that and asked about our babies and our experiences, I will always be grateful.”

More ways to get involved

Break the silence

Talk about pregnancy and baby loss and help ensure that every bereaved family gets the support they need. You can also help raise awareness by wearing our ribbon pin badge.

Take part in events across the UK

From Pink & Blue buildings and landmarks to ribbon remembrance events and hospital displays, find out what’s on in your community and show your support.

Share your story

Whether you’re a bereaved parent, grandparent, sibling, a healthcare professional, or are supporting someone through the loss of their own child, we welcome you to share your story with us below.

Join the global #WaveOfLight

Unite with bereaved families across the world by lighting a candle at 7pm on 15 October in memory of every baby who has died. Post a photo of your candle to appear on the social wall.

Baby Loss Awareness Alliance Members