Durham & Wearside Sands

For those who don't know yet; University Hospital of North Durham are planning to relocate the Baby memorial Garden to another area within the hospital grounds. There is to be a consultation so that parents can have as much input as possible into the planning of the new garden.

Whether you’re a dad, grandad or family member, we understand how isolating grief can be. We want you to know that we are always here whenever you need us 💙🧡 Together, #WeAreSands ➡️ sands.org.uk/support #FathersDay #WeAreSands #SandsHereToSupport #BabyLoss

We would like to wish all dads a gentle #FathersDay. Whether you were bereaved recently or long ago, you are still a father 💙🧡 Our helpline is open 10am -12pm today for anyone who needs it. ☎️ 0808 164 3332 📧 helpline@sands.org.uk #WeAreSands #BabyLoss

Extended hours for the helpline in preparation for father's Day 💙

🎈EASTER VIRTUAL BALLOON RACE🎈 WIN £500 cash plus other great prizes in this 7-day computer simulation race where everything is real except the balloon! Virtual balloons cost £3 each, and can be named and personalised. ecoracing.co/user/page/1432 🎈🎈🎈

Wishing all of our followers a very peaceful and gentle Christmas as the loved ones no longer with us, are remembered. And remember to be kind to yourselves 🎄🎄👼👼💕💕

To every parent grieving for their child, I see you. To every person wishing they were hanging a stocking for a little one no longer here, I get the pain. To every one silently screaming, I hear you. I promise you… instagram.com/p/B6cyBXhBxqC/…

This Christmas Eve, we’re thinking of all the families across the world who have suffered the death of a baby or pregnancy loss. If you know someone who has experienced this tragic event, let them know you’re thinking of them. Together, we can #BreakTheSilence around #BabyLoss.

It is natural to feel anxiety after the death of a loved one 💜 Grief and anxiety are intrinsically linked. It can make us feel physically ill, question our existance and future, affect our sleep and appetite and knock our confidence and relationships. #AnxietyFeelsLike

It's here! 💙💖 Check out the #BLAW2019 Pink & Blue Album here; ow.ly/NXio50xeR2P to see all the amazing building that lit up this @BLA_Campaign ✨ Thank you to everyone that helped to make it happen! Who has ideas for #BLAW2020?

The simple things are often the best...............just be there for us. Put the kettle on, that's all! 'Grand gestures aren’t needed when someone close to you dies. Compassion is a smile from a stranger – and the quiet thoughtfulness of old friends' theguardian.com/commentisfree/…

Did you know that our helpline opened in 1985? It supports anyone affected by the death of a baby. It continues to be an important part of our support services for parents and families struggling to cope with baby loss. Find out more: ow.ly/gQ4Z50wY7Oh #ThrowbackThursday

Never say sorry for missing someone you loved. And if anyone makes you feel ashamed, the apology should be all theirs not yours x #Openuptogrief #NationalGriefAwarenessWeek @goodgrieftrust

Remembering my beautiful boy, Lennon George Carr-Stout born sleeping 41+2 weeks 6th December 2016..... Mammy's world. Also remembering all of the other precious little angels, who never got to make it home. 💙💕👼 #BLAW2019 #WaveOfLight #Waveoflight2019

#WaveofLight is happening today, at 7pm. To take part you'll only need a candle, so make sure you have one. Our helpline'll be open until 9.30pm today, so if you feel you need support before or after it, please get in touch: helpline@sands.org.uk or call for free: 0808 164 3332

We are grateful to everyone for raising awareness of #babyloss. Breaking the silence is so important. We also recognise that it can be difficult to share your experience and read the stories. Be kind to yourselves and take time out from social media when you need to. #BLAW2019

Tonight is the ‘ Wave of Light. This is an opportunity to join with bereaved parents, families and friends around the globe to commemorate all babies who sadly died too soon. It takes place tonight at 7pm. Please leave your candle burning for an hour and share your pictures ❤️

Tonight is the ‘Global Wave of Light’ - join with millions of others at 7pm and light a candle to honour a baby that has died. #babylossawareness #babyloss #babylossawarenessweek #blaw #blaw2019 #miscarriage #stillborn #stillbirth #childloss #waveoflight #globalwaveoflight

For anyone wanting to light a virtual candle..... No donation is necessary 💙💕 #BLAW2019 #WaveOfLight #AlwaysLovedNeverForgotten visufund.co.uk/sands-candles-…

Only 2 days left until the global #WaveOfLight on Tuesday 15th October at 7pm. 🕯️ There are lots ways to take part and join us - light a candle at home, attend a candle lighting event or light a virtual candle at; bit.ly/BLAW2019candle #BLAW2019 #alwayslovedneverforgotten