Latest Death Articles
Special Issues for Fathers
Sometimes mothers are anxious to have another child more quickly than fathers. If you are not in agreement, it will be important to discuss your thoughts and feelings openly and honestly in order to w...
Special Issues for Siblings
Your other children Your other children will be very deeply affected by the death of their brother or sister and will be grieving in their own way. It is natural that they will also have thoughts a...
The Pregnancy
It is possible that you will have fears and anxieties at times throughout the pregnancy. At times you may feel you are going crazy. You may be afraid of having the same problem again, or you may now h...
What People Say
The death of your child has also affected friends and relatives. They may feel worried about you and the new baby. Sometimes they will not know what to say or do and sometimes their comments may hurt....
When Your Baby is Stillborn or Dies Soon After Birth
“I waited so long for you and then in such a short time you were gone. Such a tiny life, such a huge impact.”
Born Still or When a Newborn Dies: Receiving the News
Your baby may have died before or during labour, or in the weeks following birth. When the baby’s death has occurred before labour commences, many parents have told of the overwhelming distress they...
Losing a Baby Before or During Labour
When told that their baby will be stillborn, many women describe the pain of knowing that the unborn baby they are carrying has died. It can be very lonely and frightening to anticipate and prepare fo...
Making the Most of Your Time Together After a Stillbirth or Neonatal Death
Spending time with your baby after death is a very personal, individual choice and, whatever you choose, it is important to do only what is right for you. Spending time together may give you the oppor...
Taking Photographs and Creating Memories of Your Baby in Hospital
Many hospitals have a camera and will help you to take photos or you could ask a family member to bring a camera in to the hospital for you. Take as many photos as you wish – they may become preciou...
Born Still or Died Soon After Birth: In the Hospital
You may find that with the support and guidance of hospital staff, family and friends are able to spend time with your baby, once the turmoil of the labour ward or neonatal intensive care unit is over...