Held In Our Hearts

Held In Our Hearts Scottish charity providing counselling and support to bereaved families after pregnancy and baby loss. 0131 622 6263

For more information and to donate: https://heldinourhearts.org.uk/

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23/08/2026

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22/08/2026

If you've not seen our amazing Held In Our Heart football strips, then where have you been? Pre-order closes on 31st August, so make sure you don't miss out!

Not only is this something you can wear with pride, but each shirt can also be customised, and every purchase helps support bereaved families across Scotland.

🌈 Choose from three colours
💗 Customise your shirt with a name and number at no additional cost
âš½ Sizes from Youth Age 4 - Adult 5XL

🙌 At least £15 from every adult shirt and £7.50 from every youth shirt sold directly supports Held In Our Hearts' specialist bereavement services.

Get yours today 👉 https://heldinourhearts.org.uk/shop/

Preorder closes: August 31st 2026

Whether you're wearing it on the pitch, from the sidelines or in everyday life, this shirt is a way to show your support for bereaved families across Scotland and share your baby's name with the world.

Created exclusively for Held In Our Hearts by , every detail of this shirt has been thoughtfully designed to honour every baby that is forever missed and the families who continue to carry them in their hearts.

Thank you to our shirt sponsors for supporting Held In Our Hearts this Baby Loss Awareness Week.

Also, to mark Baby Loss Awareness Week our own Held In Our Hearts football team will be taking on Sands United Glasgow & Lanarkshire in a very special match at the Vanloq Community Stadium, Edinburgh on Saturday 11th October, KO 3pm. We'd love for you to come along and show your support...perhaps wearing your new Held In Our Hearts shirt!

All orders will be processed once the pre-order window has closed. You will receive your shirt in time for Baby Loss Awareness Week, delivery expected late September.

We'd also like to say a big thank you to HeartofMidlothianFC who are going to feature our charity game in their matchday programme, starting with the St Johnstone match at the end of this month.

22/08/2026

Many of the parents we speak to often tell us that those around them assume that a subsequent pregnancy is something that will make them ‘better’ or fix their grief. We know that it is not that simple, and no baby could ever replace another child who has died, however we also know that with a subsequent pregnancy and arrival of a baby there is a sense of renewed hope and a reason to keep moving forward, perhaps even going some way in helping to repair broken hearts.

The possibility of welcoming a subsequent baby into our lives can help us hold onto a fragile string of hope when we are feeling desperate and give us the focus and determination to move forward when life feels incredibly difficult.

We understand that not everyone who wishes to try for another baby gets that chance and making the difficult decision to close the door on any future pregnancies, for whatever reason, can be very difficult to make and a kind of grief of its own.

Being a parent to a ‘rainbow’ baby can also be a difficult world to navigate, potentially filled with additional worry and anxiety that everything is or will be okay. You may wonder what type of parent you would have been had you not experienced loss. And you will forever not know the best way to answer the question – how many children do you have?

Just as when we are in the depths of our grief, it can be a lonely time, but you don’t have to go through all of it alone. Please get in touch with the team if you would like to have a chat.

No matter what stage you are at in your grief or life after loss, we are here for you, always. x

21/08/2026

Sometimes no two days look the same working for Held In Our Hearts, as our Head of Support Services, Heather, explains in this video.

We were honoured to be involved in an advisory capacity for 'Next To Normal', a powerful musical exploring the theme of baby loss coupled with the demands of everyday modern family life. The story was brought to life by an incredibly talented cast to sell-out audiences at the Edinburgh Fringe.

Huge well done to all involved! We would love to know if you went to see the show and what you thought of it. x

The data from our survey of families who didn't receive specialist support after the death of their baby is striking, as...
21/08/2026

The data from our survey of families who didn't receive specialist support after the death of their baby is striking, as you might have seen on our channels this week.

Today we're sharing two really difficult stats.

After their loss almost half experienced a relationship breakdown, and 12% reported domestic abuse.

Families need support in their darkest moments, but the reality is that Hospital to Home is not available everywhere.

If you feel that support for every family should be guaranteed, please add your name. The link is in the comments.

20/08/2026

As we offer long-term support, we are often still supporting families when they become pregnant again. We understand this is an extremely anxious time, and we can tailor our support to suit the needs of each parent and help guide them through the complex emotions a subsequent pregnancy can bring.

Often, we will see parents who have left regular support come back to us during this time for reassurance and guidance.

We understand and our doors and hearts are always open, no matter how long it’s been. X

Two thirds of families who did not receive the specialist bereavement support offered through Hospital to Home told us t...
20/08/2026

Two thirds of families who did not receive the specialist bereavement support offered through Hospital to Home told us they believe it could have reduced their reliance on health and crisis services.

That's why Hospital to Home matters.

Learn more about our campaign: heldinourhearts.org.uk/support

18/08/2026

For many families who do experience pregnancy after loss it can be an extremely anxious and emotional time. Families will often describe the fear and difficulty in attaching to another pregnancy, or bonding with baby through fear of experiencing loss and pain again.

As a team we understand going through a subsequent pregnancy following a loss or multiple losses is an exceedingly anxious time, and we know that it can be beneficial to be supported during those months and beyond. We not only support parents shortly after their baby has died, but we also continue to offer specialised support, including peer support and often counselling, through subsequent pregnancies.

We have dedicated Whats App groups for those Trying to Conceive following a loss and a Pregnancy Support group for those who are pregnant again after loss. Please speak to your support worker if you would like to be added to either of these groups.

Always remember we are here for you if you need support, or even just a chat with someone who understands. X

This breaks our heart - and it shouldn't happen.
18/08/2026

This breaks our heart - and it shouldn't happen.

Here for you, always x
16/08/2026

Here for you, always x

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Craiglockhart Centre, 177 Colinton Road, Craiglockhart
Edinburgh
EH141BZ

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+441316226263

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