Zoe Clark-Coates MBE

We did it ❤️❤️❤️ Everyone in England can now apply for a baby loss certificate, whether the loss was yesterday or eighty years ago. Ten years ago, I had a dream that the parents of every baby that was lost in pregnancy would be able to be given an official government-issued certificate, so we launched a campaign. Mariposa International (Saying Goodbye) was a lone voice until Baroness Floella Benjamin pledged to support us in our endeavour. Roll forward a few years to March 2018 when The Secretary of State for Health asked me and Samantha Collinge to co-chair and author the government’s pregnancy loss review, which included looking at the feasibility of introducing the certificate. All of that work has resulted in this significant day. I know how much this means to so many people as your babies are finally being officially acknowledged.

If you live and work in the USA and your job / career was affected by baby loss or/& infertility, would you take 5 mins to fill in this survey to help Mariposa International (Saying Goodbye) with its work in North America. Thanks in advance ❤️ surveymonkey.com/r/GPMVFV6

There are people in maternity care who quietly change lives. The midwife who stayed a little longer.The doctor who spoke with kindness.The team who carried you through the hardest moments with compassion and dignity. Today is the final day to nominate someone for a Mariposa Award. These awards exist for one simple reason.We cannot change poor care unless we also celebrate the extraordinary care that is already happening. Across the UK there are individuals and teams who go above and beyond every single day, often in incredibly challenging circumstances. Their compassion deserves to be seen, recognised and celebrated. And this is where you come in. Did someone care for you beautifully after baby loss?Was there a midwife, doctor, nurse or team who made an unbearable time a little more bearable? This is your chance to say thank you. Your nomination could shine a light on the people quietly raising the standard of care for bereaved families everywhere. Nominations close in just 24 hours, so if someone made a difference to your journey, please take a moment today to honour them. Because kindness like that should never go unnoticed. sayinggoodbye.org/mariposa-award…

2 days left to nominate!! Did you have good care after enduring baby loss? Was it an individual who cared for you well? Or was it a team? This is the perfect way to say thank you….nominate them today! sayinggoodbye.org/mariposa-award…

6 days left to nominate!! Did you have good care after enduring baby loss? Was it an individual who cared for you well? Or was it a team? This is the perfect way to say thank you….nominate them today! sayinggoodbye.org/mariposa-award…

9 days left to nominate!! Did you have good care after enduring baby loss? Was it an individual who cared for you well? Or was it a team? This is the perfect way to say thank you….nominate them today! sayinggoodbye.org/mariposa-award…

Did you have good care after enduring baby loss? Was it an individual who cared for you well? Or was it a team? This is the perfect way to say thank you….nominate them today! sayinggoodbye.org/mariposa-award…

We are thrilled to launch Race for Love 2026 with a selection of races around the country, for which we have secured places. Whether you are a novice, an experienced distance runner, or simply want to take on a challenge to support the charity, we would love you to take on one or multiple races as part of #TeamSG. This year we have places in the following races available: May 3rd – Great Birmingham 10K May 31st – Great Manchester 10K May 31st – Great Manchester Half Marathon September 13th – Great North Run (Gateshead (Half Marathon)) September 27th – Windsor Half Marathon October 18th – Great South Run (10 miles) Mariposa International relies on the incredible support of people like you to take on challenges and raise funds for the charity's vital work, so please use this link to apply today. sayinggoodbye.org/special-events… And if none of these dates or locations work for you, you can still be part of Race for Love 2026. You’re warmly invited to secure your own place in any race, anywhere in the world, and run in support of Mariposa International. Whether it’s a local 5K, a city marathon, or a route that holds meaning for you, we would be honoured to have you run for us and carry love with every mile. If you have questions, please email runners@sayinggoodbye.org, where Dave and Laura will be able to assist.

This spring, something extraordinary is happening at the Landmark Hotel. On the 25th April 2026, the Mariposa Ball & Awards returns — a night where elegance meets purpose, and celebration becomes transformation. The Mariposa Ball isn’t just a black-tie event. It’s a movement. A room filled with people, companies, and brands who believe that when we come together, we can create real, lasting change. Think dazzling gowns, unforgettable conversations, powerful stories, incredible entertainment and the kind of energy that reminds you why giving back matters — all wrapped in a night you’ll talk about long after the last dance. 💖 Valentine’s Special – 3 Weeks Only 💖 Because love is meant to be shared, we’re offering an exclusive 35% discount on tickets and tables for a limited time. 🎟 Promo Code: MB26Val 📅 Valid for the next 3 weeks only Whether you’re: A company looking to align with purpose A brand wanting to be seen where impact happens Or simply someone who believes that a beautiful night can help change lives This is your invitation. Seats will fill. Tables will disappear. Regret is far more expensive than a ticket. 😉 Join us. Bring your team. Bring your friends. Bring your heart. Let’s make April 25th a night where love, generosity, and transformation take center stage. 🦋 The Mariposa Ball 2026 📍 Landmark Hotel 📅 25 April 2026 🌐 Learn more & book now: mariposaball.org Because when we gather with purpose, amazing things can happen.

@debrajgreen Congratulations such wonderful news xxx

Best Christmas present! Baby Green due in July 2026!

I wrote this in 2014 and it may resonate with many of you huffingtonpost.co.uk/zoe-clarkcoate…

Next two Saying Goodbye Services are in London and Paris - all welcome Sunday - 30th November- London Tuesday - 2nd December- Paris You don’t need to reserve seats but you can if you would like to: sayinggoodbye.org/sg-booking-pag…

Join us in Paris for our Saying Goodbye service ❤️

Paris Saying Goodbye Service @SayingGoodbyeUK

Join us in Paris for the last Saying Goodbye service of the year @SayingGoodbyeUK

Three UK @SayingGoodbyeUK services in the next two weeks. Cardiff, Wales Malmesbury, Wiltshire Westminster, London All welcome ♥️

This Sunday - all welcome ♥️

22nd November - gazetteandherald.co.uk/news/25597387.…

Warning — the story linked below is incredibly difficult to read, but it’s one we absolutely must face. I’m sadly not surprised by reports like this: families reach out to me every week with heartbreaking stories of care gone wrong. The case that’s recently come to light at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust — where a baby was declared stillborn when in fact alive — is a devastating reminder of how deeply broken systems can be. This isn’t (always) about placing blame on individuals or teams — it’s about systemic failure. When trust, protocols and oversight are weak, the most vulnerable suffer. And in maternity and neonatal services, the outcome is often a loss too great for words. That’s why I’m calling for even more independent investigations in hospitals that repeatedly fail to meet basic standards. No more hidden reviews, no more internal cover-ups: transparency, radical accountability, and independent scrutiny must become the norm. Because our babies — and the parents who love them — deserve absolutely nothing less. oxfordmail.co.uk/news/25595271.…