Support and information leaflets
When your baby dies your emotions and experiences may be different from your partner's, and the experience is different again for other family members. We have leaflets with information and support especially for mothers, fathers, children, grandparents and other family members and friends.
These booklets and leaflets are listed below and all can be ordered through our shop or by downloading our latest Publications Order Form.
Booklets
Saying Goodbye to Your Baby : This booklet for parents was first published by Sands in the 1980s. It has now been updated and re-written, drawing on the experiences and insights of parents who have themselves lost one or more babies. The booklet covers everything that newly bereaved parents are likely to find useful in the first few days and in the longer term, and deals both with emotions and with practical matters. Family members, friends and health professionals will also find this booklet useful in understanding parents' experiences and the issues that are likely to be important to them.
Footprints : Our national newsletter published 3 times a year and contains a wide range of news and articles on Sands, including a section dedicated to the personal experiences of bereaved parents and their families.
Leaflets
About the other Children explains how children may perceive the loss of their baby sibling and gives advice about what you can do to help them cope.
Mainly for Fathers gives information and support for recently bereaved fathers.
For Family and Friends - How you can help explains common reactions of bereaved parents and how you can help them in their time of grief.
The Loss of your Grandchild written specifically for the bereaved grandparents.
Sexual Problems Following a Stillbirth acknowledges this sensitive area following the death of a baby.
The Next Pregnancy: Guidance for Parents covers topics such as how soon to try again after your loss, being pregnant and when your new baby arrives.
