Sands | Stillbirth and neonatal death charity

Latest updates from Sands

How we are making a difference

Our Chief Executive Clea Harmer writes about how Sands is working hard to support bereaved families and save lives.

Posted 18 February 2021

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Latest ONS stats reveal stillbirth rate at record low

Figures published this week by the Office for National Statistics have confirmed that the stillbirth rate for 2019 in England...

Posted 25 February 2021

Mothership Writers support Sands with 'Born in Lockdown' e-book

Sands is delighted to welcome on board Mothership Writers. The creative writing programme especially for new mothers was founded by...

Posted 23 February 2021

Your stories of baby loss

My beautiful daughter Hannah

I woke up on 24th April 2019 just like any normal morning it was 6:30am I turned 39 weeks on this day and remember phoning my mum to tell her I would be getting the sweep that day and I

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Abby's Story

On 6th June, 7 years ago, during a routine midwife appointment, I passed comment to our (amazing) midwife that I hadn't felt the baby move as much recently.

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Fundraise for Sands and help support anyone affected by baby loss

Leap of Love Weekend

Skydive

1 May 2021

Big Steps for Small Feet: Ben Nevis Night Climb

Walking & Trekking

12 June 2021

Fort William

Snowdon Sunrise Hike