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How Others Can Help Parents After a Miscarriage
Family and friends are often deeply distressed when someone close to them experiences a miscarriage. They may feel incredibly helpless and powerless and wonder what they can possibly do to make the fa...
Early Pregnancy Loss: Medical Terms You May Hear
Anaesthetic: Medication used to make you unconscious and unable to feel the operation or be aware of what is happening. It is given to you by a needle in your vein.
Some Frequently Asked Questions About Work
What help can I access now my child has died? When your child has died, even thinking about work or what help you can access can be daunting. It is hoped we can provide you with some basic informat...
Another Baby? The Decision is Yours
The death of a child is perhaps the greatest tragedy that can occur to parents. You will be changed by this devastating loss and you may find that your previous thoughts and plans about having another...
A Guide to Help Your Grieving Children
“We tell children about the birds and the bees but we don’t really let them know about what happens when they stop flying. Death is a part of life and when people stop thinking of it as a taboo su...
Saying Goodbye - The Funeral
After the sudden and unexpected death of a child, it can be very difficult for you to make decisions around what is best for your surviving children. Should they be given the opportunity to say ‘goo...
Having to Say Hello and Goodbye Too Soon
Early pregnancy loss When there is an early pregnancy loss, or miscarriage, it may be difficult for you to know what to tell your children. The task may be especially troubling if you have chosen t...
When a Baby or Young Child Dies Suddenly and Unexpectedly
When a baby or young child dies from SIDS, accident or sudden onset illness, the following guidelines may help you in supporting your other children:
Ways to Help Your Other Children
It is possible to reassure your children that you will be okay, even though you are sad now.
Kindergarten and School
Childcare, kindergarten or school can be like a second family to children. Returning after the death of their sister or brother will probably be difficult, but there are some things you can do to help...