Hywel Dda marks Baby Loss awareness week

Baby Loss Awareness Week is an annual event held from 9-15 October to bring together those affected by pregnancy and baby loss in remembrance, culminating in the global Wave of Light event.

Hywel Dda University Health Board’s spiritual care department and midwifery and gynaecology and neonatal teams are committed to supporting those affected by stillbirth, loss in pregnancy or the death of a baby. This week is also an opportunity to honour the lives of these special babies.

This support extends to parents, families, friends, and healthcare staff who were, or would have been an important part of these babies’ lives.

Throughout the week, blue and pink lights will be displayed in the Chapel / Quiet Rooms in Bronglais, Glangwili, Prince Philip and Withybush hospitals.

Three events have also been arranged to provide bereaved parents, families and friends with a safe and supportive space to come together in memory of the babies who lit up our lives for such a short time.

Euryl Howells, Senior Chaplain at Hywel Dda University Health Board, said:

“Baby Loss Awareness Week is a special time to honour the brief but beautiful lives of the babies we carry in our hearts.”

“It’s also a moment to stand together in love and remembrance, offering comfort to those who grieve. Whether you can join us at one of our events or light a candle at home, your act of remembrance helps shine a light of hope and solidarity across our communities.”

If you are unable to attend an event but would like to forward a message to be included, please email loved.forever.hdd@wales.nhs.uk

If you need further support or have been affected by Baby Loss Awareness Week, please contact Euryl Howells, Senior Chaplain at Hywel Dda University Health Board on euryl.howells2@wales.nhs.uk or call 01267 227563. If urgent contact Switchboard 01267 235151 and ask for Long Range Contact.