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We are so thankful to everyone who contributes to Baby Loss Awareness Week. Sharing stories, raising funds and getting involved on social media - it all helps us to spread the word and raise awareness of the impact of miscarriage, ectopic and molar pregnancy. Crucially, you help us all create and maintain this special opportunity [...]
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The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) has updated its guidance for doctors on caring for people with recurrent miscarriage. They have also published a patient information leaflet. What is new? There is a change in the definition of recurrent miscarriage more consideration of the occasions where someone might be offered tests after two [...]
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The Chester Miscarriage Support Group has been working with the Maternity Voices Partnership to improve the care received by those going through pregnancy and baby loss within the Countess Of Chester Hospital. We have already made huge progress and your experiences support us in ensuring the care give within our local trust is the best it can be at such a difficult time.

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Sands supports anyone who has been affected by the death of a baby before, during or shortly after birth. Bereavement support is at the core of everything we do.

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Sands supports anyone who has been affected by the death of a baby before, during or shortly after birth. Bereavement support is at the core of everything we do.

Sands is here to help you choose the right support for you. Some of the services that we offer include a Helpline for parents, families, carers and health professionals; a UK-wide network of support groups with trained befrienders; an online Facebook support group; a Sands online message board enabling bereaved families to connect with others and a wide range of leaflets, books and other resources available online and in print.

Although we don't offer counselling, our Helpline can help you find what is available in your area and help you request a referral from your GP.

Our free to call Helpline

The Sands National Helpline provides a safe, confidential place for anyone who has been affected by the death of a baby. Whether your baby died long ago or recently, we are here for you.

The telephone helpline is free to call from landlines and mobiles on 0808 164 3332.
Helpline calls are answered by trained bereavement support staff. If counselling is needed we recommend you seek support via your GP who can help you with a referral to your local team.
Language interpreters can be accessed via Language Line. If you are ringing to request support for for a non-English speaker please ring our Helpline and our staff will be happy to help.

The helpline team can also be contacted at helpline@sands.org.uk
Find out about more about our Helpline here
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The Sands Bereavement Support app

The Sands Bereavement Support app was created for anyone who has experienced the death of a baby.

It aims to help bereaved parents and families to find the right information and support at the right time. The app can also be used by healthcare professionals, who would like to know how best to support bereaved parents and their families.
Find out more about the App and how you can download here
Our Sands Groups

Many parents feel that only others who have experienced the death of a baby can offer real understanding. Our countrywide network of over 104 local support Groups, usually run by bereaved parents and family members, offer you the chance to meet others, gain support and share your experience.

Most Sands Groups offer either regular support meetings, telephone support or email support.

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CRADLE Charity provide a range of services to support anyone affected by early pregnancy loss. Our team of volunteers provide peer support, raise funds for CRADLE fast track counselling and donate CRADLE Comfort Bags to the NHS, which are made available to women during their hospital care.

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Miscarriage for Men - a little help when you need it most. Have you and your partner experienced miscarriage? MfM is a support network of genuine guys who have experienced the exact same thing you are going through right now. Here you an find helpful resources and a forum to help you get through this.

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We were delighted to be invite along to the Barclays RADfest event, to deliver more emotional wellbeing workshops to staff and to attend the evening RADfest event for Barclays staff and their families. Our Head of Clinical Services delivered four workshops to staff across campus, focusing on mental wellbeing and resilience. These workshops are designed [...]

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We invite you to join us for our Southampton, Hampshire, Isle of Wight and Portsmouth Suicide Memorial event on the 24th March 2023 at 7:00pm. The service will take place at The Chapel, Royal Victoria Country Park, Southampton, SO31 5GA. The service is non-religious and will provide opportunity for personal reflection, along with music, [...]

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Our newest team members who completed their initial training last week in Hampshire. Some new staff members will work in our Amparo Hampshire service, while others are Adult Counsellors completing our bridging course in counselling for children and young people. The training includes lots of practical activities, including crafts such as making dream catchers and [...]

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We're so sorry that you are going through a challenging time. It's natural to feel lost when dealing with an ectopic pregnancy. We hope to ease that slightly. Medical advice from your healthcare professionals is important, and so is emotional support.

No matter your circumstances, we're here for you.

Supporting family

You might have other children. You might find it challenging to talk to your parents about what you are going through. It could be that your child has experienced an ectopic pregnancy. We can help you find the words you may be looking for.
Read our guidance for families

Do you or someone you know have symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy?

There are a few key symptoms of ectopic pregnancy which can be similar to other conditions - like miscarriage, urinary infection, or upset stomach. If you have a missed period and symptoms such as abdominal pain or unusual vaginal bleeding, it is important to get checked out. It is a good idea to do a pregnancy test. Symptoms may be nothing to worry about and you may have a "normal" pregnancy - but it is worth getting medical attention to rule out an ectopic pregnancy to be on the safe side.

Symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy

What is an ectopic pregnancy?

An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilised egg implants outside the cavity ("space") of the uterus (womb). The most common place for an ectopic pregnancy is in a Fallopian tube (also occasionally called a tubal pregnancy) but there are many other sites where an ectopic pregnancy can be located, such as the ovary, cervix, abdomen, or caesarean scar. It is, sadly, not possible to move an ectopic pregnancy into the uterus.

Any woman or person who is sexually active or having fertility treatment (like IVF) is at risk of an ectopic pregnancy. There are some situations which may make a woman or person higher risk but there is often no way of knowing for sure why an ectopic pregnancy has happened in many cases.

If an ectopic pregnancy is suspected, doctors will conduct tests to confirm or rule it out. These tests include a scan called a transvaginal ultrasound scan and sometimes checking hormone levels.
Find out more about ectopic pregnancies

What are the symptoms of an ectopic pregnancy?

Although there could be another explanation, if vaginal bleeding occurs and you have had a positive pregnancy test, it's really important that you get it checked out. Some bleeding in early pregnancy can occur in a normal pregnancy - but still seek medical advice straight away.

Vaginal bleeding or pains in the abdomen should be investigated urgently by a medical professional as they could be signs of an ectopic pregnancy. If not diagnosed and treated quickly, it may be a life-threatening situation because of a ruptured ectopic pregnancy. So don't wait.

These signs don't mean an ectopic pregnancy is the only outcome; it's just better to be safe. Always seek medical advice when experiencing abdominal pain or vaginal bleeding in any trimester of pregnancy. It is ok to trust your instincts.
Read about how an ectopic pregnancy is diagnosed

How is an ectopic pregnancy treated?

After diagnosis by a doctor, there are three main treatment options:

- expectant management (watchful waiting to see if the pregnancy resolves on its own);

- medical management with a drug called methotrexate;

- surgery (usually a laparoscopy or keyhole surgery but sometimes a laparotomy or open surgery).

The treatment options available will depend on clinical factors such as your pregnancy hormone level (called human chorionic gonadotropin or hCG) and the extent of pain or bleeding, so follow guidance from your healthcare professional.
More about the different treatment options

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Support after an ectopic pregnancy

From forums to virtual support groups, we have many ways to help you. You don't have to navigate this on your own.

Education

We work hard to increase awareness about symptoms of ectopic pregnancy, treatment options, and recovery.

Research

At The EPT, we pride ourselves in our contribution to ectopic pregnancy research and the medical community.

About The Ectopic Pregnancy Trust

The EPT provides information about the causes, symptoms and treatment of ectopic pregnancy, as well as much-needed support to families affected by ectopic pregnancy and the healthcare professionals who care for them.
Find out more about The EPT

Giving support, giving guidance, giving comfort - give what you can, too.

Over the last year, we've seen a drop in donations. Help us continue driving awareness, education and support to those through diagnosis, treatment and recovery - donate to our cause now. Every penny makes a real difference!

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We aim to help dads have successful relationships with their families, and to support dads with anxiety, stress and mental health issues.

We hope to get dads engaged with services that have traditionally been targeted at mums, and to train & support volunteer dads to work with us.

We work directly with services that support Dads, families and especially babies to increase engagement and knowledge across the sector.

We want to make sure dads know how important they are, how to access support when they need it and why it's essential for baby's development.

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Bereavement support for the Muslim community. The helpline is a confidential, non-judgemental listening and emotional support service.

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The Muslim Community Helpline is a confidential, non-judgemental listening and emotional support service. Pleased to endorse the Apartheid-Free Communities campaign and the Commitment to Kindness.

COMING SOON! The Helpline is pleased to announce that there will be an Imam on board whose role will be to give emotional and psychological support. NOTE: Fiqh or Fatwa advice WILL NOT be available from the Imam.

The Muslim Community Helpline is a national organisation for women, men, youth and children which was launched in 2007. We began our work as the nationwide Muslim Women's Helpline (1987) but changed status to reflect the growing number of calls from all members of the community. We are here to help and support, whatever your needs, and have trained volunteers with many years of experience on hand, five days a week. We aim to provide a listening and emotional support service for members of the community in the United Kingdom

Service Hours: Monday to Friday: 10 am to 1 pm (core hours). Extended service: Mondays 1 pm to 3 pm, Fridays 1-4 pm NEW: Tues: 5-6 pm or Wed: 5-6+ pm, dedicated one to one with male counsellor (call a mobile; pre-booking required which is done by emailing) & Fridays (1 pm to 4 pm). CONTACT NUMBERS: 0208 908 6715 OR 0208 904 8193. Email: ess4m@btinternet.com PLEASE NOTE THAT ANY INFORMATION SENT TO US IS SEEN AND DELETED. WE DO NOT RETAIN PERSONAL INFORMATION PROVIDED BY CALLERS
Languages Spoken: Asian languages (Urdu, Punjabi, Gujrati) & English, Mon-Thurs English on Fridays. Arabic possible by appointment

"I didn't know who to turn to. I didn't feel that people had understood my mental health issues. I was having panic attacks, anxiety and was diagnosed by my GP and consultant psychiatrist as having Chronic Anxiety Disorder. I had little trust and faith in the Muslim community and struggled to find someone to talk to and felt it was easy to talk to a volunteer at the Helpline.

I was worried about the stigma and reaction to my problems if I told my family or someone in the community. I got a lot of emotional support and help to become more independent and manage my anxiety more effectively on a daily basis. I was able to trust more in people after to speaking to the Helpline volunteer.

I'm now feeling more happy, confident and positive just knowing the Helpline is there. Talking to the same people has really helped, especially when I had some really difficult dilemmas. I just want to say thank you to everyone for the tremendous support you gave me to move on positively in life. I managed to achieve my ultimate goal, which was to go to university. You played a really positive role in getting me to achieve my degree through some really difficult times."

- "Khalil" (not his real name)

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You can request a free certificate in memory of your baby if your pregnancy ends before 24 weeks (or 28 weeks if your pregnancy ended before 1 October 1992).

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If your pregnancy ends before 24 weeks, you can get a certificate in memory of your baby. It's free to get a certificate.

You do not need to request a certificate if you prefer not to. It's optional.

The certificate is not a legal document - for example you cannot use it to claim benefits. The certificate will not be added to your GP record.

If your pregnancy ends from 24 weeks onwards, you need to register a stillbirth instead.

Before you start

You'll need:

your NHS number or postcode registered with your GP

the mobile phone number or email address registered with your GP

permission from the other parent and their email address, if you want their name on the certificate

You can find out your NHS number on the NHS website.

Request a certificate

You can ask for a certificate if all these apply:

you've lost a baby before the 24th week of pregnancy

you're one of the baby's parents or surrogate

you're at least 16 years old

your pregnancy ended on or after 1 September 2018

you lived in England when you lost your baby

you live in England

If you've lost more than one pregnancy, you can apply separately to get a certificate for each baby loss.

Your certificate should arrive in the post within 14 days. If you do not receive it, you can request another certificate.

Get help to request a certificate

If you want your certificate in a different format or cannot request the certificate online, email or call the helpline.

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Support to anyone affected by the sudden and unexpected death of a child or young person aged 25 and under.

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Cruse bereavement are here to help you no matter how long you have been grieving.

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Grief can be overwhelming - you don’t have to deal with it alone. Cruse Bereavement Support is here. Call our helpline or chat online.