Welcome to HUG

We support anyone who needs help following the loss of a baby at any gestation.

 

During the current fight against Covid-19, prioritise your physical and mental health and that of your loved ones. Look after each other and stay safe.

 

We’re now working closely with Kicks Count. You can donate to them here, and read more about some of their recent fundraising here. 

About HUGWhere To START

Here to help you cope with your loss

Firstly, we are deeply sorry about your circumstances that have brought you to us. At HUG, we strive to direct you to exactly where you need to be. Whether you are looking for advice on how to cope after the loss of your baby, or advice for a family member or friend who is going through it, please be assured that you have come to the right place.

Meet Amy

Founder of Help Us Grieve

Hi,

Like so many people, I have been through the horrendous trauma of losing babies. In 2013, I started working on HUG in desperation and anger that there was such little interest or time spare to support people through the physical, psychological and emotional trauma that we go through as parents for many months and even years after we lose our babies.

I have been on a mission to change things for every single one of us; mums, dads, siblings, friends and family, who are affected by the loss of our little ones. I am so passionate about raising awareness of baby loss as well as positive mental well-being, and our events have allowed us to do just that. This website is YOURS and the idea is that we encourage you to get in touch with us with your comments and experiences so that we continue to update and alter HUG so that it becomes the best that it can be.

To get in touch, you can email info@helpusgrieve.co.uk

After all, every experience and circumstance is different. At HUG, we understand your anger, frustration, pain and anxiety. We will do everything we can to help.

Lots of love to you, Amy xxx

P.S. My Granny Betty always used to say…

 

“Just remember kid, hugs are free…”

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Where you can go for help

Miscarriage Association

01924 200799

Monday to Friday
9am to 4pm

Tommy's

0800 014 7800

midwife@tommys.org

Monday to Friday

9am to 5pm

SANDS

0808 164 3332

Monday & Friday
9:30am to 5:30pm
Tuesday & Thursday
6pm to 10pm

Guthrie Therapy

07979 084 226

k.guthrie@guthrietherapy.com

International Stillbirth Alliance

info@stillbirthalliance.org

Samaritans

116 123

24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Unlock Your You

0800 1930355

talk@unlockyouryou.com

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