Baby Loss Awareness Week

Baby Loss Awareness Week takes place from 9 to 15 October 2026, a time to remember babies who have died and to support families affected by pregnancy and baby loss.

When is Baby Loss Awareness Week?

Baby Loss Awareness Week falls in October (October 9-15). It is one of the many UK awareness days that bring people together around a shared cause — see the full calendar.

Why Baby Loss Awareness Week matters

Losing a baby is a profound grief that many families carry quietly. The week breaks the silence, offers comfort and ensures bereaved parents know they are not alone. Explore community support volunteering.

How to get involved in Baby Loss Awareness Week

There are three simple ways to make Baby Loss Awareness Week count:

• Volunteer — volunteer with a baby loss or bereavement charity offering support to grieving families. Browse opportunities.
• Fundraise — fundraise for baby loss services with a memorial event or sponsored challenge.
• Raise awareness — join the Wave of Light, share a family’s story and help others feel less alone in their grief.

Baby Loss Awareness Week volunteering opportunities

Mark Baby Loss Awareness Week by doing something real. Find volunteering opportunities and start today.

Get involved with Baby Loss Awareness Week

Browse live opportunities, log your hours, and earn verified badges you can add to your CV and LinkedIn. Find volunteering roles or see more awareness days.