September 22, 2023 9.00 pm This story is over 11 months old

Voices in the silence 🌈 Lincolnshire mothers advocate for enhanced baby loss support

Amidst the shadows of grief, families share their stories and call for more NHS support
Edison sadly died less than 24 hours after being born and is the driving force behind a charity set up by his parents. | Photo: Laura Yarlett

Navigating through the profound grief of baby loss, three mothers from Lincolnshire are voicing their collective plea for more robust support systems within the NHS for parents grappling with such heartbreak.

While Lincolnshire does host a range of services from charities, hospital trusts, and dedicated health professionals—including the Perinatal mental health service by Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Trust (LPFT)—there remains a palpable need for more. United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust is already in the process of commissioning a charity focused on baby loss counselling.

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