Child loss

Losing a child
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Hi everyone I’m new here
In 2021 I fell pregnant with a baby girl after struggling to fall pregnant for 5 years unfortunately at 17 weeks pregnant I delivered my sweet girl at home. Myself and partner were heartbroken but I never dealt with it and before I knew it I was pregnant again fortunately which resulted in a happy healthy 2 and a half year old little girl who is my who life. I now find myself suddenly been hit with the grief with all the anger and emotions. I have locked myself of from the world and struggle to even get myself out of bed the only reason I do is for my daughter. Has anyone been through anything similar and can offer any support or guidance.

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Hello Kirsty30,

I’m part of the Online Community team and I can see that you are new to the community - I’d like to thank you for bravely starting this thread and sharing how you are feeling. I’m so sorry to hear about your daughter.

I can hear you are feeling overwhelmed by the grief and I wanted to share some sources of support that might help you right now.

  • Child Bereavement UK support families with the loss of a child. They also support bereaved children. You can call their helpline on 0800 02 888 40.

  • The Compassionate Friends support families who have lost a child of any age. They have a grief companion scheme where you can get 1-1 support from another bereaved parent. You can call them on 0345 123 2304.

  • Sands - Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Society have lots of support on their website.

  • Tommy’s support anyone with the loss of a baby. They have a helpline on 0800 0147 800 or email midwife@tommys.org. They also have a baby loss support Facebook group.

You may also wish to look at these Sue Ryder resources which might be helpful.

I really hope you find the community helpful and a good source of support and I also hope you feel you can access more support should you need it.

Thank you again for sharing – please keep reaching out and know that you are not alone.

Take care, Rhi