We recognise that some NUH staff may experience fertility issues or pregnancy loss while they are working at NUH. We wanted to highlight some support services that may be of benefit to those experiencing infertility or pregnancy loss:
Fertility Network UK
They offer a support line, information resources, infertility information for men, webinars, support groups, and more. Visit the website by clicking here.
Tommy's
Providing resources and support for baby loss, premature births, and information on making pregnancy and birth safe. Visit the website by clicking here.
Miscarriage Association UK
To help you with the difficulty of miscarriage, they provide information and support to help you understand what's happening and the feelings around it. Visit the website by clicking here.
Miscarriage Support Group
At the Robin Centre (2 Embley Road, North Road, City Hospital, NG5 1RE), every first Thursday of the month, 1:30pm-3:00pm. For more information, phone: 0115 924 9924, ext. 83799, or email: Miscarriage.support@nuh.nhs.uk
Zephy's: Nurturing support for bereaved families
If you have suffered a loss, Zephy's is there to support you with Nottingham-based services like counselling, meet-up support groups, pregnancy after loss, wellbeing walks, and tailored support for mums, dads, and healthcare workers. Visit the website by clicking here.
Sands: Saving babies lives, supporting bereaved families
This is a safe place for you to grieve and find support, whether you are a parent, sibling, grandparent, NHS professional, or friend. They offer a helpline, support booklets, local support groups, online communities, information guides, and more. Visit the website by clicking here.
The Ectopic Pregnancy Trust
Ectopic pregnancy is a common, life-threatening condition that is the leading cause of death in early pregnancy. Find out more information and recovery support, including within the workplace, by visiting their website by clicking here.
Support for the BAME community:
The Essential Baby Company
Featuring inclusive and accessible antenatal classes, they are designed with black and brown-skin women and birthing people in mind. We create a safe and welcoming environment where you can get honest and genuine advice to navigate pregnancy, labour, birth, and newborn care. Visit the website by clicking here.
FIVEXMORE: Baby Loss
Dedicated support organisation committed to highlighting and improving black maternal health outcomes due to disparities. Visit the website by clicking here.
Sands: Support for Black Communities
Pregnancy and baby loss affect all communities, but we know that some can face additional barriers when looking for support. That's why Sands has created a safe space for black parents, family members, and others. Visit the website by clicking here.