If you are reading this as a bereaved parent or family member, we are very sorry to hear of your loss.

The death of a baby is a truly devastating event for parents and families. Many bereaved parents describe feelings such as deep sadness, shock, anxiety, anger, guilt and fear. These and many other feelings are normal for parents who are grieving the loss of a baby. You may be concerned for others in your family. You may have many questions about what to do next and where to seek support.

It may be that it has been some time since your baby died. No matter how long ago, many parents find there are times when it helps to reach out to someone who understands. It’s important to know that support is available – and that different parents may have different needs at different times.

Click on the picture tiles below to access support services, online resources, and information for parents and families in Australia whose baby has died. These links include services offering counselling, practical support, and information to assist you to make to decisions during this difficult time. The online resources have been developed by the Stillbirth CRE and some of the organisations that partner with the Centre.

Care Around Loss

Seeking Support

Our work

The Care Around Stillbirth and Neonatal Death (CASaND) research program of the Stillbirth CRE focuses on improving perinatal loss care for parents and families following the loss of a baby in Australia and internationally. Our work is guided by the framework below that highlights the importance of holistic and continued care to meet the varied needs of bereaved parents and families.

The Stillbirth CRE and partners have developed a range of evidence-based resources for parents and healthcare professionals. Resources have been developed across the continuum of care including information to support decision-making at the time a baby dies, an online support program for when parents have returned home and may be looking at different types of ongoing support, and opportunities to become involved in research in the future.

For information on the research conducted in our program, please click below.