"While it may be terrifying to imagine saying or doing the wrong thing, it's important to know that saying nothing is worst."
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Arming yourself with information about stillbirth, and what your loved one has had to experience during this tragic time, is a great place to start. Remember you are not trying to ‘fix’ a problem, but by making the effort to understand their journey you may feel more comfortable in knowing what to say or ask.
Everybody experiences grief differently, what is right for one person may not be right for another. Avoid making assumptions, and simply ask ‘how can I help?’.
The support that family and friends give to parents following the loss of their baby, can make a huge difference in their grief journey.
The following information is direct from a fellow awareness and prevention organisation, Tommy’s UK, who we believe have provided the very best in advice on supporting a loved one following a stillbirth (thank you Tommy's for all that you do in raising awareness and providing support!).