Community support
People feel different levels of comfort in the size of group they share their story with. We offer a range of options so you can choose what feels right for you.
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Online community
Our Twins Trust online community is a private, moderated Facebook group for parents who've experienced the loss of a baby or babies.
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Online support gatherings
Our small group sessions cover a variety of topics to reflect the different ways that grief can show up.
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Peer-to-peer support
Our peer-to-peer support programme provides a deeply personal and compassionate support system for those navigating the loss of a twin or multiple.
Helpline
Our helpline offers free support for anyone who's experienced the loss of a baby or babies from a multiple pregnancy. Our trained volunteers listen and can signpost you to the most appropriate support.
Real stories
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Not alone after loss: finding comfort in an online community
After TTTS changed everything, Daniela and Dave lost Daisy and welcomed Orla. Daniela shares the reality of grief alongside new parenthood and the support she found at Twins Trust.
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Twin loss after twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome: making memories and supporting others
Tom shares his family's TTTS journey, the loss of one twin and the birth of the other, plus how writing a song for Elias helped them remember and support other …
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Finding support after ending a twin pregnancy for medical reasons
After a severe diagnosis, Becca and George made the heartbreaking decision to end their twin pregnancy. Becca shares what helped, including clearer information and bereavement support.
Get updates on WhatsApp
Join the Twins Trust Bereavement WhatsApp channel for updates, supportive advice, healthcare articles and important community news. It's a simple way to stay informed when you need it.
Further support
When you need more support, we offer a range of services and can also signpost you to other support.
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Navigating Grief booklet
Our Navigating Grief booklet supports parents after the loss of a baby or babies from a multiple pregnancy.
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Post-birth debriefing
Our birth debrief sessions give you time and space to ask questions and understand your care with compassionate, professional support.
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Baby loss counselling
We work with Petals, the specialist baby loss counselling charity, to offer counselling for families who have experienced bereavement.
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Organisations offering bereavement support
Here you'll find a selection of charities and organisations offering support, comfort and advice.
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Books to help children and adults understand bereavement
If you'd like more resources to help you or your children understand bereavement, these books may help.
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Baby Loss Awareness Week
This is a week for everyone in the baby loss community and beyond to come together to remember and commemorate their much-loved and missed babies.