You Are Not Alone
If you are here, you may be carrying something very heavy. Whether you have lost a baby, experienced trauma in the healthcare system, or are simply trying to find your way through grief — we want you to know that support exists, and you deserve it. Please reach out. Asking for help is an act of courage, not weakness.
Support for Bereaved Parents
SANDS — Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Society
Support for anyone affected by the death of a baby, at any stage of pregnancy or shortly after birth. UK-based with international resources. www.sands.org.uk
PAIL Network — Pregnancy and Infant Loss Network
Canadian organisation offering peer support, resources and community for families experiencing pregnancy and infant loss. Jamie and Tamara have participated in PAIL support groups and know first hand the power of their work. www.pailnetwork.ca
The Compassionate Friends Canada
Support for bereaved parents, siblings and grandparents following the death of a child at any age, from any cause.
The Benjamin King Foundation
We fund grief counselling for bereaved parents who cannot afford it. If you need support and cost is a barrier, please get in touch — we will do our best to help.
If You Have Experienced Medical Harm
You have the right to ask questions, seek answers and be heard. If you or someone you love has been affected by preventable medical error, please know that you are not alone — and that speaking up matters.
Patient Safety Movement Foundation
A global organisation dedicated to eliminating preventable patient harm. Resources, support and advocacy for patients, families and healthcare professionals worldwide.
Baby Lifeline
UK charity supporting maternity services and the families affected by complications in pregnancy and birth.
AVMA — Action Against Medical Accidents
UK charity offering free advice and support to people affected by medical accidents. If you have experienced preventable harm and don't know where to turn, AVMA can help.
Mental Health & Crisis Support
If you are in crisis, please reach out immediately. Help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Samaritans — UK & Ireland
Free, confidential support for anyone struggling to cope.
Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Call: 116 123 (free, no area code needed)
9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline — Canada
Canada's national crisis line. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by call or text, in English and French.
Call or text: 9-8-8
9-8-8 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — USA
Free, confidential support for people in distress. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by call or text.
Call or text: 988
Hope for Wellness Helpline — Indigenous Peoples across Canada
Culturally competent counselling and crisis support for all Indigenous peoples across Canada. Available in English, French, Cree, Ojibway and Inuktitut.
Call: 1-855-242-3310 — 24/7
If you are not sure where to start, please reach out to us directly.
We will do our best to help you find the right support.