Support, opening hours and ways to remember this festive season
10th December 2025
The festive season can stir up many different emotions, especially when you’re grieving. In a recent Instagram poll, nearly 70% of our community told us that this time of year can feel triggering or more difficult than usual. We’re sharing this because it’s a reminder that there is no single “right” way to feel, and that everyone experiences grief in their own way.
Whether this season brings moments of joy, sadness, overwhelm, or something in between, please try to be gentle with yourself. You’re not alone, and support is here when you need it.
We’ll be here for you throughout December, though our team will be taking a well-earned break on the following dates, when our support line will be closed:
- Thursday 18 December – closed from 12pm
- Wednesday 24 December – closed
- Thursday 25 December – closed
- Friday 26 December – closed
- Thursday 1 January – closed
Outside of these times we will be running our regular support hours, and even when our phoneline isn’t open, there are still many ways to find support from us and from our community.
Moments of remembrance this festive season
For some, finding small moments of remembrance can bring comfort at this time of year. You might choose to:
- Light a candle
- Place a special ornament on your tree
- Spend a quiet moment reflecting on your baby or babies
We also have our online Lights of Love tree, where you can add a light and a brief message for a small donation. And if a keepsake feels meaningful for you, our online shop has a range of items — with many currently 30% off when using the code MA30SAVE.
If this season feels heavy, please know that your feelings matter and you don’t have to navigate them alone. Whether you reach out now or in the new year, we’re here for you.
Support groups in December
Our online support groups continue throughout the month and can be a gentle space to talk, listen, and connect with others who understand. December sessions include:
- 9 Dec – Pregnancy After Loss, 8–9.30pm
- 10 Dec – Molar Pregnancy Support, 7.30–9pm
- 11 Dec – Miscarriage Support Group, 6–7.30pm
- 15 Dec – Pregnancy After Loss, 7.45–9pm
- 16 Dec – Miscarriage Support Group, 8–9pm
- 17 Dec – Miscarriage Support Group, 6.30–8pm
- 23 Dec – Miscarriage Support Group, 8–9pm
- 29 Dec – Miscarriage Support Group, 7–9pm
All support groups will be listed on Eventbrite closer to the time. You can find full details and book your place here.
Other ways to find support
Reach out when you need to:
If you need to talk and we’re not open, you can always contact the Samaritans, 24 hours a day, on 116 123 (free from any phone).
Read real stories:
Many people tell us they find comfort in reading the experiences of others who’ve also navigated pregnancy loss. You can browse stories and reflections on our website any time.
Connect with us on social media:
You can follow us on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok where you may find comfort in the community, and the posts we share.
Join our private Facebook groups:
These moderated spaces offer a supportive environment to share your feelings with others who truly understand. Find our available groups, here.