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Pregnancy Loss Support UK: Complete Guide

Losing a pregnancy at any stage can be devastating, and grief can arrive in waves that catch you off guard. Whatever you are feeling is valid, and you do not have to cope alone. In the UK there are dedicated charities and NHS services offering compassionate, confidential support, most of it free.

UK charities that can help

Several well-established charities specialise in pregnancy and baby loss:

  • The Miscarriage Association — information, a helpline and support groups for miscarriage and molar pregnancy (miscarriageassociation.org.uk)
  • Tommy's — research and support around miscarriage, stillbirth and premature birth, with a midwife-led support line (tommys.org)
  • Sands — support for anyone affected by stillbirth or the death of a baby (sands.org.uk)
  • The Ectopic Pregnancy Trust — specialist support for ectopic pregnancy (ectopic.org.uk)
  • ARC (Antenatal Results and Choices) — support around antenatal testing and difficult decisions (arc-uk.org)

For grief more broadly, Cruse Bereavement Support offers help to anyone who has lost someone.

Support through the NHS

  • Your GP and midwife can offer follow-up care and refer you to counselling or perinatal mental health services.
  • Many hospitals have bereavement midwives or specialist nurses who support families through loss.
  • If you are struggling to cope day to day, your GP can discuss talking therapies and other help.

Looking after yourself

  • Give yourself permission to grieve in your own way and time
  • Accept help with practical things from people around you
  • Talk to your partner, who may be grieving differently
  • Reach out to a helpline or group when you need to be heard

If you ever feel unable to keep yourself safe, contact your GP, call 111, or in an emergency call 999 or go to A&E.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I get support after pregnancy loss?

UK charities such as the Miscarriage Association, Tommy's, Sands, The Ectopic Pregnancy Trust and ARC offer information, helplines and support groups. Your GP and midwife can also provide follow-up care and refer you to counselling or perinatal mental health services.

Is pregnancy loss support free?

Yes. The major UK baby-loss charities offer their helplines, resources and support groups free of charge, and NHS follow-up care and counselling referrals are also free. You should never have to pay to be listened to and supported.

How long does grief after pregnancy loss last?

There is no set timeline — grief is different for everyone and can come and go for a long time. If your grief feels overwhelming, does not ease, or affects your daily life, please reach out to your GP or a bereavement charity for extra support.

This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your midwife or GP.

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