Useful Links and Resources

PREGNANCY SUPPORT, INFORMATION & ADVICE

NHS Website

The NHS website has a vast amount of information on pregnancy topics, and you can find many reliable links here.

Website: www.nhs.uk/conditions/pregnancy-and-baby/

In the UK 1 in 4 mums and dads will lose a baby during pregnancy or birth. Tommy’s exists to change this and their goal is to help more mums and dads have a healthy baby and to halve the number of babies who die during pregnancy or birth by 2030.

Tel: 0207 398 3400

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.tommys.org

Group B Strep Support

An independent UK charity, formed to help prevent preventable Group B Strep infections in newborn babies.

Telephone: 01444 416 176

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://gbss.org.uk/

ICP Support

Offers support and information to women who have suffered from Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy (ICP) or suspect they might have the condition.

Support Line: 07939 871 929 (Open Monday – Friday 9:00am – 8:00pm)

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.icpsupport.org

Twins Trust

Twins Trust is a charity set up to help families with multiples to share the same opportunities as other families and enjoy their unique experiences.

Helpline: 01252 332 344 (usually 9am to 4pm weekdays but it can vary)

Website: https://www.twinstrust.org

Email: [email protected]

BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT

SANDS - The Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Charity

Sands works to support anyone affected by the death of a baby; improve the care bereaved parents receive; and create a world where fewer babies die.

Helpline: 0808 164 333 (freephone)

Helpline Email: [email protected]

Helpline support is available from 9.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday and 6pm to 10pm Tuesday and Thursday evenings.

Website: www.sands.org.uk

Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC)

ARC offers non-directive information and support to parents before, during and after antenatal screening; when they are told their baby has an anomaly; when they are making difficult decisions about continuing with or ending a pregnancy, and when they are coping with complex and painful issues after making a decision, including bereavement. They offer a Helpline, support network and literature for parents, families and professionals.

Helpline: 0845 077 2290 or 0207 713 7486 (Monday-Friday, from 10:00am until 5:30pm)

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.arc-uk.org

Lullaby Trust

The Lullaby Trust provides expert advice on safer sleep for babies, emotional support for bereaved families and raises awareness of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).

Helpline: 0808 802 6868

Info & advice: 0808 802 6869

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.lullabytrust.org.uk

Miscarriage Association

The Miscarriage Association offers support and information to anyone affected by the loss of a baby in early pregnancy. They also raise awareness of miscarriage and promote good practice in medical care. They provide a network of support groups and telephone contacts throughout the UK.

Helpline: 01924 200799 (Monday–Friday, from 9.00am – 4.00pm)

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.miscarriageassociation.org.uk/

MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT

Anxiety UK

Provides support and help if you’ve been diagnosed with, or suspect you may have an anxiety condition.

Infoline: 08444 775 774 (Monday to Friday 9.30am-5.30pm)

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.anxietyuk.org.uk/

Mind

Mind provides advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. They campaign to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding.

Telephone: 020 8519 2122

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.mind.org.uk

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder UK

Information for those living with PTSD

Website: http://www.ptsduk.org/

Samaritans

A registered charity who support anyone in distress, around the clock, through 201 branches across the UK and Republic of Ireland.

Telephone: 116 123 (UK) – 116 123 (ROI) (24 hours a day, 7 days a week)

Visit your local Samaritans Branch http://www.samaritans.org/branches

Website: www.samaritans.org

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