Sands is an organisation which can offer you support when your baby dies during pregnancy or after birth. The death of a baby is a devastating experience. The effects of grief can be overwhelming and parents, their families and friends can be left feeling dazed, disorientated, isolated and exhausted. It can be hard to take in information, to make decisions or to imagine how you are going to cope. At Sands there are people who understand what it's like because many of us have been through this experience ourselves, and we are here to help offer support and information when you need it.
Stillbirth & Neonatal Death Society (Sands)
Who to contact
- Telephone
- 020 7436 5881
- helpline@uk-sands.org
- Website
- SANDS Website
- Social Media
- Notes
As well as supporting mothers and fathers, we are also able to help other members of your family, especially grandparents and other children. Many people may be touched by your baby's death, including friends and health professionals, and all are welcome to contact us for support and information. You may not want anything from us right away. We are here to help whenever you feel you need it. That may be now or in a few weeks months or even years.