Here in N. Ireland, 4 babies a week are stillborn or die in the first 4 weeks of life.
Following the death of a baby, deciding to try for a new baby or discovering you are pregnant can be difficult. It can lead to confusing feelings of excitment, joy, sadness and fear all at once.
It is possible to arrange a meeting with a consultant before you decide to try for a baby. Speak to your GP, they should be able to help.
Our network of befrienders has a number of people who have been through a pregnancy after a loss. We have experienced some of the fears that you may face and we will try to support you by:
Discussing your fears and concerns about when, or if, to try to conceive
Providing telephone, face-to-face or email support during the pregnancy
Talking over difficult decisions such as the need for ante-natal testing (for example, if your previous baby died from a genetic disorder or medical problem that could complicate the new pregnancy)
Please ring the helpline to be put in touch with a befriender.