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Closed 29/04/2017
Weʼve raised £375 to to buy a Cuddle Cot to give parents of stillborn babies precious time with their little ones in memory of Liam Hansen 23/06/1994.
- Cramlington, United Kingdom
- Funded on Saturday, 29th April 2017
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In memory of Liam.
Nothing can prepare you for the loss of your child.
On June 23rd 1993, my world fell apart when we sadly received the heart-breaking news that Liam had passed away in my womb. During this devastating time however, the one thing that will always stay with me is the phenomenal support and heartfelt sympathy of DC Lavin and all of the midwives at Ashington Hospital.
Until recently, parents bereaved through still birth or neonatal death had little time to spend with their baby before the funeral. This has now changed as specially designed “cuddle cots” are now available , giving parents an opportunity to bond with their child before they say their final goodbye.
The Cuddle cot offers parents additional time to come to terms with the death of a baby. It is clearly an incredibly difficult time for parents and bereaved parents should be given the option of spending time with their baby. Providing families time through the use of the CuddleCot is encouraged by midwives, bereavement practitioners, still birth/neonatal charities, and academics. Time allows the family to form an important bond with their baby; whether changing a nappy, dressing the baby, taking photographs or simply just staying close for some precious moments, allowing memories to be created. This unquestionably helps families in dealing with their loss.
My goal, in memory of my son Liam, is to try and help local families to be given extended time with their child as they prepare to say goodbye. By raising the required funds, it will enable the purchase of a Cuddle Cot for our local hospital at Cramlington.
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- 7 years ago
Jo Hansen
7 years agoThanks everyone, the money has been paid directly to the Cramlington Maternity Unit, it will make a real difference to another families lives.
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- 7 years ago
Jo Hansen
7 years agoThank you so much everyone, we have reached £105 already, really appreciate your support with helping to raise money to help others xxx
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- 7 years ago
Jo Hansen
7 years agoThanks to everyone for your support, you can donate from a £1 but just need to change the amount in the GBP box as sets at £30 automatically. Thanks Lynne for the £5 donation I have paid it in for you on your behalf. Appreciate all your support. Jo xxx
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29
Karen Smith
Apr 9, 2017
Thanks for the nappy cake xx
£20.00
Barbara Watson
Apr 3, 2017
Great cause xx
£20.00
Sophie Mullen
Mar 25, 2017
A painful experience which you have thought of others and tried to help them, so kind. Miss you xxxx
£5.00
NICOLE
Feb 19, 2017
From Nicole x
£20.00
Paula Kirkup
Feb 16, 2017
This is a wonderful cause Jo and something that unfortunately our family has been affected by good luck with your fundraising for these vital cuddle cots lots of love Paula & Keith x
£20.00
Mark Butler
Jan 24, 2017
Thanks Jo - Great product and great thing that you're doing. Mark XXX
£20.00
Bev Woodhams
Jan 15, 2017
Lovely idea Jo xxx
£20.00
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