Bereavement
We are very sorry for your loss. On this page you will find some resources and links to support you through the loss of your baby.
If you have any specific questions or concerns please always contact your midwife for support.
Supporting You Through the Loss of your Baby
We are so very sorry for the loss of your baby. We would like to extend our heartfelt condolences at this incredibly difficult time. We hope the information contained in this Padlet can offer some guidance and gentle support. Please remember everyone experiences loss differently, and there is no right or wrong way to feel.
Whilst we make every effort to ensure the information contained in our Padlets are up to date, we can not guarantee that all information contained is current, accurate or complete. As an MNVP, we are not liable for any loss or damage that may come from using these padlets. We are unable to endorse the information held on third party websites, it is for information only.
Useful Links
Sands
Offers emotional and practical support for those that have experienced baby loss.
The Miscarriage Association https://www.miscarriageassociation.org.uk/
Tommy's
information and support for anyone who has experienced the loss of a baby, whether through miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal death, or termination for medical reasons.
The Lullaby Trust
Support and guidance to grieving families.
PANDAS
Guidance, services and support to the families affected by a perinatal mental illness and to support parents from conception through to birth and beyond.
National Maternity Voices
http://nationalmaternityvoices.org.uk/
Buckinghamshire Maternal Mental Health
Offering support to women and birthing people in Buckinghamshire who are experiencing severe to moderate distress due to pregnancy, childbirth, birth trauma or baby loss. Ask to be referred by your midwife, health visitor or GP.
Buckinghamshire Talking Therapies
Provides free support for people experiences a number of mental health difficulties.
Call: 01865901600, self refer online or text TALK and your name to 07798 667169
Mind, Buckinghamshire
Offers information and support for mental health including antenatal and post natal depression and anxiety. www.bucksmind.org.uk
Samaritans
Talk to them any time you like, in your own way, off the record about anything that is affecting you. They are available 24 hours a day.
Call: 116 123
Have Your Say!
We would appreciate your feedback about the care you and your partner have received following your loss. Please take a few minutes to complete our survey, or you can email us if you'd prefer.