It's Volunteers' Week, and we're sharing the stories of our amazing Sands volunteers across the U.K and the impact they have in their communities 💜🧡 Frances is a befriender and Volunteer gardener at Bath Sands Garden of Reflection Read Frances' story ➡️ sands.org.uk/frances-volunteers-week

We’re so grateful to Sam for sharing her experience of permanent infertility. Often, after infertility and loss, we may hear stories of pregnancy after loss and rainbow babies. But what if you are faced with the news that you will never conceive? Read Sam's story ➡️ sands.org.uk/sams-story

Join organisations across the UK by taking part in a Dress Down Day this Sands Awareness Week, 15-21 June 💜🧡 Dress Down Day is a simple, team-friendly way for organisations to support Sands. Want to get involved? ➡️ sands.org.uk/dress-down-day #BabyLoss #PregnancyLoss

Counsellors and therapists – every day in the UK, 13 babies die shortly before, during or soon after birth. At least 1 in 6 of pregnancies end in miscarriage. Train with the UK’s leading pregnancy and baby loss charity. counsellors-therapists.eventbrite.co.uk?aff=bluesky

It can be difficult to know what to say to someone after pregnancy and baby loss, but silence from friends and family can add to the loneliness and isolation they are feeling. Our Helpline is here if you ever need advice on how to support a friend or loved one 💜🧡 sands.org.uk/support #BabyLoss

Today, bereaved parents walked up to the door of Number 10 Downing Street and delivered a letter signed by more than 3,300 people calling for an end to inequalities in baby loss. The letter has been delivered. Now the Government must act. sands.org.uk/inequalities-letter-hand-in

This Saturday, 30 people will be taking part in one of our most special events of the year by climbing Snowdon, Yr Wyddfa through the night in memory of their much-loved babies 💜🧡 Read Karen's story and why is taking part ➡️ sands.org.uk/karens-story #BabyLoss #PregnancyLoss

This World Maternal Mental Health Day we are calling on governments across the UK to ensure every bereaved parent can access the mental health care they need. It’s time for politicians to act! Contact your representative ➡️ act.sands.org.uk/help-us-ensu... #BabyLoss #PregnancyLoss

Our Bereavement in the Workplace training is designed to help colleagues and managers feel confident to provide a supportive workplace environment for staff affected by pregnancy or baby loss 💜🧡 Our next free taster session is on Tues 12 May at 12pm. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/introducti...

Scottish elections are happening soon. Help us build a network of MSPs committed to saving babies’ lives. Ask your local candidates to sign our pledge today ⬇️ act.sands.org.uk/ask-your-can... #BabyLoss #PregnancyLoss

Ask your Senedd candidates to help save babies’ lives in Wales. The upcoming Senedd election is an important opportunity to raise the profile of baby loss and call for urgent action to save babies’ lives. Join the campaign by emailing your Senedd candidates ➡️ act.sands.org.uk/email-your-s...

In the UK, Black babies are more than twice as likely to be stillborn as white babies. Asian babies are almost 50% more likely. Bereaved parents are calling for change and they need your support. 👇 #EndInequalityInBabyLoss

If you prefer to access support by online chat, we have added a feature on our website where you can speak to a qualified bereavement counsellor. To access the chat, visit our support page and ensure your browser allows popups 💜🧡 sands.org.uk/support

🚨 Trigger warning / Spoiler alert 🚨 We wanted to let you know that the short animation, Versa, available on Disney+ contains strong themes related to baby loss. Please remember that we are here for you if this has affected you 💜🧡 #BabyLoss #PregnancyLoss

We know it can be tempting to share fake pregnancy news on April Fool’s Day, but it can be distressing for those who have experienced pregnancy or baby loss. We know that no one wants their friends or loved ones to feel this way 💜🧡

Update your skills and help support bereaved parents. Our 16-hour training programme is endorsed by the Counselling and Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body (CPCAB) and is delivered online. Multiple course dates available. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sands-trai...

Today we are launching Say Their Name Day in the UK. Led by our friends at Red Nose in Australia since 2019, Sands is excited to bring Say Their Name Day to the UK. This is a chance for you to say your baby’s name and share their memory 💜🧡 ➡️ sands.org.uk/say-their-name #BabyLoss

Only 2.4% of health research in the UK is spent on reproductive health and childbirth, and yet stillbirth accounts for 70% of deaths in children under 16. We ensure that the voices of bereaved parents are included in research. Find out more ➡️ sands.org.uk/take-part-research

When you experience pregnancy or baby loss, it can feel like the whole world has stopped. t can be hard to watch others continuing life as normal, when something so devastating has happened to you. It’s completely normal to feel this way 💜🧡 We are here if you need to talk. sands.org.uk/support

Save the date - 25 March 💜🧡 We will be launching Say Their Name Day in the UK. A chance for us to come together to remember our much-loved babies, say their names and take a moment to remember them. Find out more ➡️ sands.org.uk/say-their-name  #SayTheirNameDay #BabyLoss #PregnancyLoss

We are very grateful to Taybah and Hasan for sharing their experiences as parents navigating Ramadan after the loss of their baby boy Zaaviyar 💜🧡 Read their story ➡️ sands.org.uk/ramadan-after-babyloss #BabyLoss #PregnancyLoss

Today is #WorldBookDay and our Bereavement Support team have put together a list of books that you may find helpful. - Ask Me His Name, Elle Wright, - The Worst Girl Gang Ever - No-one talks about this stuff, Kat Brown - How to Help Someone After a Miscarriage, Clare Foster #BabyLoss

Pregnancy after loss can be a difficult time filled with mixed emotions like happiness and excitement, but also worry and anxiety. Our website contains information a chapter from our Bereavement Support Book called ‘Thinking of having another baby’. sands.org.uk/pregnancy-after-loss #BabyLoss

Pregnancy and baby loss can be filled with incredibly painful moments. We understand and we are here to listen when you need someone to talk to 💜🧡 sands.org.uk/support #BabyLoss #PregnancyLoss

Mother’s Day can be a really difficult time for those who have experienced #PregnancyLoss or #BabyLoss Sending a card can bring some comfort and let them know you are thinking of them 💜🧡 We have a beautiful range of cards designed for bereaved parents in our shop. ➡️ sands.org.uk/mdcards

It can be difficult to explain pregnancy loss and baby loss to young children. In The Stars, was written by bereaved mum, Sam Kitson to help children understand their feelings after the loss of a sibling or relative 💜🧡 Order from our shop ➡️ shop.sands.org.uk/en/products/books/in-the-stars

A small gesture can make a huge difference to a bereaved parent 💜🧡 Here are some ideas from our Bereavement Support... - Offer to go for a coffee - Send a card - Give a small wellbeing gift - Check-in with text - Cook a meal for them - Offer to go for a walk - Make a ‘self care’ package

Our Bereavement Support Book can be a useful resource to turn to when you’re feeling overwhelmed with information. The book is now available in 13 languages and can be downloaded or ordered from our shop for free 💜🧡 sands.org.uk/support #BabyLoss #PregnancyLoss

It’s Time to Talk day and we want to encourage you to reach out to someone who has experienced pregnancy or baby loss 💜🧡 Whether it's sending a text, offering to go for coffee or sending them a wellbeing gift, just knowing that someone cares makes a huge difference. ➡️ sands.org.uk/support

We are hiring! Bereavement Support Services Officer 26 hours per week at £25,257 p/a pro rata. Learn more and apply ➡️ sands.org.uk/jobs We can offer you: - Remote working + occasional travel - 28 days of annual leave + bank holidays - A day for your birthday - Life insurance - Flexible working

Young children and teenagers can be deeply affected by the loss of a sibling or relative. It can be difficult to explain these concepts to young children. Our Support for Siblings page provides guidance on supporting children 💜🧡 sands.org.uk/siblings #BabyLoss

Working with those who have experienced pregnancy or baby loss can be personally and professionally challenging. With our 16-hour online training programme, you can expand or refresh your skills to enable you to work more effectively. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sands-trai... #BabyLoss #PregnancyLoss

Have you experienced the heartbreak of #PregnancyLoss or #BabyLoss? Your experience can change lives 🧡💜 As a Befriender, you will: - build meaningful connections - honour your babies’ memory - change lives by supporting bereaved families Apply ➡️ www.sands.org.uk/befrienders

1 in 2 adults in the UK say they have been affected by pregnancy or baby loss or know someone who has. We are there for support in hospitals, at home, at work and in local communities. Help us build a community of support ⬇️ sands.org.uk/winter-appeal #BabyLoss

Sands' volunteers warmly invite you to join them at an event or service near you this winter 🌟 Our Winter Lights events and services are moments to come together and remember our babies at a busy time of year 🧡💜 All events are free to everyone ➡️ sands.org.uk/winterlights #BabyLoss

TFMR (Termination For Medical Reasons) is one of the most devastating choices a parent will ever have to make. We want to remind you that we are here for you, and we have dedicated support for anyone affected by #TFMR 💜🧡 ➡️ sands.org.uk/tfmr #BabyLoss #PregnancyLoss

Young children and teenagers can be deeply affected by #PregnancyLoss or #BabyLoss. It can be difficult to explain these concepts to young children. Our Support for Siblings page provides guidance, workbooks, story books and animations for supporting children 💜🧡 sands.org.uk/siblings

Hello, we are new here, so we just wanted to introduce ourselves and share a little bit about what we do… 💜🧡 sands.org.uk #BabyLoss #PregnancyLoss