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Being a single parent on the neonatal unit –…

When Grace went into premature labour at 29 weeks she worried about calling her husband, who she had recently separated from.

Our son’s life-long CAH diagnosis – Rowan’s…

Rowan shares what it is like to find out your baby has the life-long condition congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH).

Falling pregnant while on the copper coil –…

When Rebecca fell pregnant whilst on the copper coil she experienced many difficulties, eventually giving birth at 23+3 weeks. Read her story here.

My 11lb 11oz baby – Gemma’s story

Gemma experienced a traumatic birth when her baby Samuel, born at full-term, became stuck for nine minutes during delivery.

About neonatal care

Information for your first few days in the neonatal unit. Read about what to expect, finding your feet, and how to get more support.

Bringing Niko home – Katherine’s story

In this blog Katherine talks about what it was like to take her baby Niko home from the neonatal unit and how the unit prepared them.

Youth Philanthropy Initiative Scotland

Are you a group who wants to represent Bliss Scotland at your school's YPI competition? This page will hopefully give you some useful information and links so you can…

Our daughter’s colostomy – Kati’s story

After their daughter's bowel perforated, Kati and her husband were shocked to learn she needed a colostomy. Here Kati shares her experience of what her family went…

Our journey through IVF and prematurity -…

Sadly, Sherril lost her first baby at 20 weeks gestation. Following IVF, she then fell pregnant with twins. Here Sherril shares her journey.

How my time on the neonatal unit led to an…

When Laura gave birth at 26+2 weeks she struggled with her mental health, here she talks about how she got support.

Pregnancy after stillbirth – Lemara’s story

After experiencing the trauma of a stillbirth, Lemara worried about what would happen during her next pregnancy.

A to Z of fundraising ideas

Looking to organise a fundraising event with your school, nursery or youth group? Read our A to Z of ideas and inspiration from some of the incredible children and young…

Living with PTSD - Rebecca’s story

After giving birth to triplet girls, Rebecca felt emotionally crippled by PTSD.

Peak District Challenge

The Peak District is a gem in the heart of England, providing a fabulous setting for a tough and varied walk, jog or run challenge.

Improving access to support on neonatal units

For babies to have the best outcomes, it is important that their parents are able to be involved and deliver their care. The neonatal unit can be a daunting and…

Ventilators and transfers – Abby’s story

Abby's son Felix spent most of his neonatal journey battling to come off the ventilator.

Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woolwich

Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woolwich is currently participating in the Bliss Baby Charter

West Middlesex Hospital

West Middlesex Hospital is currently participating in the Bliss Baby Charter

Whipps Cross University Hospital

Whipps Cross University Hospital is currently participating in the Bliss Baby Charter

Derriford Hospital

Derriford Hospital has been Bliss Baby Charter accredited.

Wexham Park Hospital

Wexham Park Hospital is currently participating in the Bliss Baby Charter

Good Hope Hospital

Good Hope Hospital is currently participating in the Bliss Baby Charter

Ninewells Hospital

Ninewells Hospital has been Bliss Baby Charter accredited

Aberdeen Maternity Hospital

Aberdeen Maternity Hospital is currently participating in the Bliss Baby Charter

Forth Valley Hospital

Forth Valley Hospital has been Bliss Baby Charter accredited

Royal Alexandra Hospital, Paisley

Royal Alexandra Hospital, Paisley is currently participating in the Bliss Baby Charter

Hinchingbroke Hospital

Hinchingbroke Hospital is currently participating in the Bliss Baby Charter

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How caring for a terminal baby changed my…

A neonatal nurse shares how caring for one tiny baby changed the course of her life forever.

Ten tips for managing hospital transfers –…

Jocelyn's daughter Cadi spent time in three different hospitals. Jocelyn shares her tips for managing hospital transfers.