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Sands film shines a light on the heartbreak of baby loss and the hope its community offers

We have launched a new film inspired by the real experiences of its volunteers, supporters, helpline users, and bereaved families...

Posted 27 Listopad 2025

Baby loss at Christmas

A reflection from Carolyn Bray, Assistant Director of Income & Supporter Engagement at Sands, on the emotions of the festive...

Posted 24 Listopad 2025

A white man withshort dark hair wearing a blue shirt and a white woman with long dark hair wearing a beige shirt sit at a desk facing a female healthcare worker with long dark hair wearing a white lab coat. She has her back to the camera and is gesturing with her hands. The man and woman look serious but calm.

Royal College of Pathologists study highlights impacts of workforce shortages

A report from The Royal College of Pathologists (RCPath) shows chronic paediatric and perinatal pathology workforce shortages.

Posted 24 Listopad 2025

Your stories of baby loss

Caroline's story

This year marks ten years since my granddaughter, Lottie, was stillborn. It was a devastating time for our family, but I was incredibly grateful for the support I received — not just from friends and family, but also from my colleagues and employers in the NHS, who were truly compassionate.

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Pooja's story

I suffered an ectopic pregnancy very recently, an experience that almost cost me my life. It was one of the most isolating and painful times I've ever been through.

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