the nicest people are always dealt the harshest and cruellest of blows

katieclampet

Such sad news, hope all turns out well, sending positive thoughts and hopes. I would agree that if the worst does happen, a card, gift or flowers to acknowledge the baby would thoughtful.

katiex

cally6008

thank you everyone thanks briona, i've passed that link on

tiamai_d

Are there parking charges at the hospital the baby will be at? If so, a collection would be useful. It is expensive having a baby in hospital (I like to assume he will have a fighting chance), parking charges, travel charges, buying food, it all adds up.

Another useful link is the family fund. http://www.familyfund.org.uk/ They can, depending on the families circumstances, provide a small grant to help with these costs. It's always worth calling them no matter what you read on the website.

I agree on buying mum (and dad) a card, no matter what happens, she is still becoming a mummy.

maryjane01

Maybe you could give a special box for the birth certificate, a nice silver one, or a special box for the hospital wrist tag and a lock of hair. She could keep thesed gifts in the event of a positive or negative outcome. Just an idea as I don't know anyone who has faced this. My thoughts are with your friend.

meritaten

I agree with maryjane - a keepsake box or certificate holder is an appropriate gift - whatever the outcome. and yes - a baby card too. I have been told that people ignoring the babies birth is very upsetting for newly bereaved parents.
But - a 2 in 3 chance of survival are good odds and I will certainly include this mum and her unborn baby in my absent healing session tomorow. Think positive thoughts everyone - all that good energy will be beneficial!

cally6008

Thanks all, needing huge positive thoughts for today as baby Jayden comes into the world.

Mupette

Thought are with the family, and you having to cope with this.

I was born to early, with a hole in my heart, back in '69 i should not of survived, every one who knows me, knows i have a stubborn streak in me, i guess i was born with that.

It's amazing the technology and research they have/do for babies, Jayden is in the best care possible, it's up to him now if he thinks he can fight this, and i am sure he is a fighter.

My advice, different way of looking at it, been ill for years but friends stood by, now i have MS, lots don't know what to say or do, i prefer them to be as they were before,
I am moving in a few days and i was touched by one friend who messaged me and asked did i need help, normally i would say no it's ok, but i said yes, i feel so glad that i was able to say yes i need help (took me a long time to accept i need it)

Sending good thoughts to mother and baby.
If the unfortunate happens, don't keep away, support from friends and family is a wonderful thing.

tattoed_bum

thinking of them and praying for them ,please let us know how this go Op

Jen151

god bless little Jayden sending best wishes to you and your family xxx

4suzie

I have been thinking about beautiful baby Jayden and the family bless them all.

Looking forward to knowing everything is ok.