Starting a family can be an exciting time in a couple’s lives. However, not all journeys are straightforward.

In August 2020, my Husband and I started trying for a baby. We were full of excitement and hope but soon, months turned into years and hope led to despair. It just wasn’t happening for us.

We watched as friends, family and colleagues had their babies. Whilst we were happy for them, we were sad for us. We felt like we were sitting on the sideline of life. Stuck in a limbo of hope and grief. Eventually the grief was so overwhelming that I fell into a very dark depression.

In January 2023, I reached out to Alternatives Dundee for support. I was determined to build my life back and try to live a happy life whether that be with children or without.

Alternatives Dundee is a charity that offer counselling and support to those affected by miscarriage, infertility or child loss. Their free counselling service helped me work through my grief and slowly build my life back. I will forever be grateful to their kindness and professionalism.

Next April, I will be running the London Marathon. Whilst this is a deeply personal challenge, I would like to use the opportunity to raise money and awareness of this charity. If you are able to, please consider making a donation. Your support will go a long way in helping the charity to continue the vital work that they do.

You can also support them by sharing their page and spreading the word of the incredible work that they do. You never know who in your life may benefit from their help.

Thank you!

Caitlin💖