Tommy’s Christmas Campaign: Bringing Hope and Support Through the Festive Season

For many families, Christmas is a time for celebration, togetherness and joy. For those affected by pregnancy and baby loss, however, the festive period can be especially difficult and emotional. This year, Tommy’s, the UK pregnancy and baby charity, is highlighting both remembrance and hope through its Christmas campaign, encouraging reflection, connection and support while continuing to fund vital research.

Remembering Loved Ones with the In-Memory Sky

A central part of Tommy’s Christmas appeal is the In-Memory Sky. This virtual night sky allows people to dedicate a star in memory of a much-loved baby, offering a meaningful way to honour their memory during the festive season. Each star becomes part of a shared constellation representing love, loss and hope, while also helping to raise funds for Tommy’s life-saving research into pregnancy complications and baby loss.

Supporters can dedicate a star and learn more about the initiative at
https://www.tommys.org/in-memory

Through the In-Memory Sky, Tommy’s provides families with a gentle and personal way to remember their babies, while reinforcing its mission to make pregnancy safer and reduce the heartbreak caused by baby loss.

Coping with Baby Loss Over Christmas

Tommy’s also recognises that Christmas can intensify feelings of grief, particularly when surrounded by traditions and expectations. As part of its campaign, the charity shares compassionate guidance for coping with baby loss during the festive period, encouraging individuals and families to approach the season in a way that feels right for them.

Their advice includes taking time to reflect and remember, whether that means lighting a candle, talking openly about a baby with loved ones or creating a quiet moment of remembrance. Tommy’s also emphasises the importance of self-care, acknowledging that some people may prefer to step back from celebrations or spend Christmas differently after a loss.

For some families, including their baby in festive traditions, such as placing a special decoration on the tree, can provide comfort and a sense of connection. Others may choose not to celebrate at all, and Tommy’s reassures parents that there is no right or wrong way to grieve, especially at Christmas.

More guidance and support can be found at
https://www.tommys.org/about-us/news-views/coping-baby-loss-and-grief-over-festive-period

A Message of Support and Hope

By combining remembrance, practical support and fundraising, Tommy’s Christmas campaign offers compassion to those navigating grief while continuing to drive progress through research. It acknowledges the reality that Christmas can be painful after baby loss, while reminding families that they are not alone and that their experiences matter.

If you would like to donate to Tommy's you can do so using the link below
https://www.tommys.org/donate