help. Many people turn to their close relatives and friends for immediate
comfort. You can also talk with your GP, health visitor or the midwife who
knew your baby. They may discuss with you problems sleeping, your
emotions and whether you are fit to return to work.
How FSID can help
Helpline (0870 787 0554)
FSID offers a Helpline to bereaved families, carers, professionals involved
with bereaved families and anyone concerned about or affected by the
death of a baby. Specially trained advisors staff the Helpline, and your call
will always be answered personally. The information you give will be kept
confidential.
A phonecard is available for bereaved families to telephone the Helpline
free of charge.
Befrienders
Advisors on FSID's Helpline can put you in touch with a parent in your
area who has experienced the death of a baby. Befrienders have been
specially prepared to offer this support and can meet with you and your
family, if you wish. Alternatively, you could choose to speak on the
telephone rather than meet. If you do not want to get in touch straight
away, you can keep their telephone number for a time when you do want
to talk. Some parents have found it helpful to write.
There are many other organisations that may also be able to offer advice
and support. Call the Helpline on 0870 787 0554 and we will put you in
touch with organisations that may be able to help you.
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