Useful local contacts following loss of a pregnancy

Information for women, birthing people and their families

We are sorry to hear that you have lost your baby.

While you are in hospital, your named carer will be able to offer you support. Once you have gone home you may be supported by close family and friends. However, for some people support outside your family unit may be needed. This support can help you make sense of how you are feeling, and in time, come to terms with your loss.

  1. Hospital Chaplains

    • William Harvey Hospital, Ashford
      Telephone: 01233 633331 extension 723-8014

    • Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother (QEQM) Hospital, Margate
      Telephone: 01843 234273

  2. Miscarriage Association will put you in contact with local support contacts.
    Telephone: 01924 200799

  3. A.R.C. (Antenatal Results and Choices)
    Telephone: 0207 6 310285
    Telephone: 0207 6 310280

  4. The Ectopic Pregnancy Trust
    Telephone: 01895 238025

  5. SANDS (Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Society)
    The Ashford group meets on the third Wednesday of the month and the Thanet group on the second Wednesday of the month.
    Telephone: 07547 195791 (mobile)

  6. Child Bereavement UK will help you find local services and provide information.
    Telephone: 08000 288840

  7. VITA Health: Kent and Medway Talking Services
    Telephone: 0330 910414

  8. Waymark Trust East Kent Counselling Centre
    Telephone: 01227 781891

  9. New Romney Counselling Centre
    Telephone: 01797 367809

  10. Women’s Health Counsellors (East Kent Hospitals)
    Email