Alice Nolan

I’ve committed to the April Jogging Challenge for families facing baby loss

I’ve committed to the April Jogging Challenge for every much-loved baby sadly not here today.

Sands ensure that everyone affected by the loss of a baby gets the support they need and deserve when facing the toughest of times. They campaign for change, provide training for midwives and healthcare professionals, and support research so that fewer babies die and so that less families experience the tragedy of losing their baby. Anything you are able to donate means so much.

Thank you.

This years Sands challange looks a whole lot different to this time last year. When I ran in April 2025 I couldn’t comprehend we would be in the position we are in now with our beautiful Rosie 🌈 . Tom will also be joining me this time!

We have been lucky enough to have a rainbow baby but it was no easy ride getting here and the complex navigation of pregnancy after loss and the mixed feelings of welcoming a new baby are hard to explain and we would never wish on anyone. Charlie will never be replaced or forgotten, they live with us all always. 

We are running in memory of Charlie and to raise awareness for the amazing work Sands do. Baby loss is still such a taboo and it IS the right thing to talk about it and ask people how they are and to mention their baby’s name! If doing this changes just one persons experience then it’s been worth it. Our motivation is to try and raise a bit more awareness, we are donating the full amount for our fundraiser.