Some words from Baby Rupert’s mum, Kate.

Our baby Rupert was born July 30th last year, and filled our lives with pure happiness from the moment he joined us. A little about baby Ru... 

Rupert was the most happy and content baby ever, he loved music, cuddles, his big brother reading him stories and his hungry caterpillar toy! Out of his big eyes poured love and trust, and he had the most beautiful red hair ❤️

Rupert was born with a heart condition which required surgery when he was 4 months old; he underwent surgery on 23rd November 2021 which was a lot more complex that anyone had predicted. Despite the wonderful medical teams caring for Rupert, his precious little body was given challenges it couldn’t overcome. Tragically, our beautiful baby Rupert died on 29th November 2021 at The Royal Brompton Hospital in London, with Sam and I wrapping him in our love.

The Snowdrop...

The Sussex Snowdrop Trust are the most incredible charity ever. They have helped and supported us, and continue to do so to this day! 

Our wonderful nurse visited us every week at home and ensured Rupert was thriving, and well. This gave us 4 months together as a family and provided us memories to last a life time. This unwavering support continued despite covid restrictions and the home visits made life much less stressful for us as a family. 

From Rupert’s diagnosis until now we have been supported by the Counsellor at the Snowdrop. As Rupert’s mum, the loss and pain I have experienced has, at times, crippled me. The dark clouds of grief are horrendous and I feel I owe my life to the counsellor. I honestly don’t know where I would be without him.

I know that no one ever wants them to imagine themselves in our position, but, if the worst ever happens we are so lucky to have such an incredible charity locally. To pick you up, care for the whole family, and to hold your hands through the darkest days.

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