At Red Nose, we know that behind every statistic is a precious baby, a grieving family, and a story of love that never ends. In a recent episode of Wiggle Talk, that truth was shared with families across Australia when long-time Red Nose Ambassador Paul Field joined our CEO Amy Cooper to speak about the loss of Paul’s baby daughter, Bernadette.

In 1988, Paul, brother of Blue Wiggle Anthony Field, experienced the devastating loss of his baby daughter Bernadette to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).

On Wiggle Talk, Paul sat down with Wiggles Simon and Lachy to remember Bernadette, the joy she brought in her short life, the heartbreak of her sudden passing, and the long journey of grief that followed. His courage in sharing Bernadette’s story helps other families feel less alone and raises vital awareness of SIDS and its impact.

Paul and his extended family have been supporting Red Nose for more than 35 years. In honour of Bernadette, her siblings, Luke, Claire, Jo, and Dominic (aka the Tree of Wisdom), have each played an important role in championing Red Nose. Their ongoing support highlights the impact that sibling grief can have and the powerful ways brothers and sisters can keep their sibling’s memory alive. By sharing their voices and continuing their family’s dedication to raising awareness, they ensure that Bernadette’s story not only honours her life but also helps other families facing the heartbreak of losing a child.

Alongside Paul, Amy Cooper, CEO of Red Nose Australia, spoke about how Red Nose has walked with thousands of families through their grief. She explained how our support services, available free of charge and 24/7, provide comfort and connection when families need it most.

Amy also highlighted Red Nose’s commitment to saving little lives. Since the 1980s, our education programs and world-leading research have helped reduce SIDS by more than 80%, ensuring fewer families experience the tragedy Paul faced.

Every time a story like Bernadette’s is shared, it helps break the silence around pregnancy, baby, and child loss. It reminds families they are not alone, and that help is available.

Through Wiggle Talk, Paul and Amy opened an important conversation about:

• The lifelong impact of child loss
• The importance of grief support for families
• The role of Red Nose in reducing SIDS and supporting parents through loss
• The power of community, memory, and resilience

At Red Nose, we believe no one should walk through grief alone. Whether you need support after the loss of your baby, or want to learn about safe sleep practices to reduce the risk of SIDS and SUDI (Sudden Unexpected Death in Infancy), we are here to help.

👉 Call our 24/7 Support Line on 1300 308 307.

Together, by remembering babies like Bernadette and supporting families with love and compassion, we can continue to save little lives and ensure no parent faces grief in isolation.