Grief is a deeply personal journey, and it’s natural to have questions as you navigate this complex experience. This FAQ page provides answers to some of the most common questions asked by individuals and families who are coping with loss. Whether you’re seeking support for yourself or trying to help someone else, this page offers […]
Family Stories: Bereaved Parents
Nerida And Gabes’ Story
The arrival of our other babies has not replaced Mia. She will always be our firstborn baby and will always be a part of our family story.
Pip I Am The Face Of Stillbirth
Pip Hanrahan’s remembers feeling incredibly calm in first pregnancy. “We tried for about 18 months, so when we fell pregnant it was very welcome. I was 35, but it was a beautiful, perfect pregnancy. I was swimming in the sea and taking calm birthing classes. I was very trusting,” Pip said. Pip went into labour […]
Behind The Noses – Cat’s Story
There are many dedicated staff, volunteers, and supporters behind the work of Red Nose. This is Cat’s story.
Behind The Noses – Nick’s Story
There are many dedicated staff, volunteers and supporters who together make the work of Red Nose possible. This is Nick’s story.
I’ve been a member of the Red Nose Board of Directors since December 2020. I proudly became the Chairperson in 2023.
In Loving Memory Of Andie
In the early days after Andie’s death, I discovered Red Nose and the marvellous work that they do. As Mitch and I tried to come to grips with what had happened, I utilised Red Nose’s online resources. The community Red Nose has built made us feel like we were not the only ones. When Andie […]
Leeana’s Story In Loving Memory Of Zara
The 4 May is TMFR (Termination for Medical Reasons) Awareness Day. To join in share your story by tagging our socials and using the #TFMR
Walk To Remember For Brent
In 1996 Debbie’s son Brent was stillborn at 28 week’s gestation. Three generations of Debbie’s family attend the Brisbane Walk to Remember each year. She shares with us why it is so important to her and her family. Since the stillborn of Brent I have had more children. Brent’s younger sisters are Dannielle, Alyssa and […]
In Loving Memory Of Huxley Sophie’s Story
I had no idea how often stillbirth occurs and how many families are going through what we experienced. Since then, all I’ve wanted to do is raise awareness around pregnancy and infant loss. My husband Harrison and I have two girls; Eden who is 5 and our Rainbow baby Aubrey who is 2. Our little […]
Stephanie’s Story – In loving memory of Sprinkle
In loving memory of Sprinkle I had wanted to have children for as long as I can remember. So when I met Khyll and we fell pregnant after we were married, we were ecstatic. I had always wanted to be ‘a mum’, and from the moment I found out we were pregnant I imagined all that this baby would experience, and allow us to experience.
Carrying Grief And Hope
When our triplets were born, two of our boys cried, but Louis was silent. I love that he was born in between his two brothers. It’s as if it was some kind of symbol of solidarity.
Fotini’s Story – The Pain Of Terminating Much Wanted Pregnancies
It was heartbreaking deciding to have a TFMR, but I did this full of love for Bruce to keep him free from all the pain he would have faced.
Ariana’s Story
Ariana Kim, Red Nose PR Specialist and Mum to Ollie, Audrey, Harvey, Owen and Ashton shares her story of loss and how Red Nose helped her and her husband Andy. To all the beautiful Red Nose supporters out there, I want to say thank you. From deep within my heart, I thank you for standing […]
In loving memory of Sebby – A Christmas Poem
Bereaved mother and Red Nose Peer Supporter, Edwina Symonds, shares her story of son, Sebby, who passed away at 10 months old. With the holidays fast approaching, our thoughts are with the hundreds of families who are dreading a Christmas without their precious little one. As we count down the days to the new year, […]
In Loving Memory Of Maisie
Our day started with an obstetrician appointment on Friday 19th of March 2021 at 10:30 am. I was 39 weeks pregnant, and I’d been told during my appointment that everything was fine and I was being induced the next day. As the day went on, I started to get contractions so off to the hospital […]
