Hannah Shinner

Running 2K a Day for SANDS 💙

This month, I’m challenging myself to run 2 kilometres every single day in support of SANDS, the baby loss charity.

SANDS supports anyone affected by the loss of a baby, offering care, understanding, and hope during what is often the most devastating time of a person’s life. Baby loss is something that so many families experience, yet it’s still rarely talked about openly. The work SANDS does — from providing bereavement support to training healthcare professionals and funding research — truly makes a difference.

Running every day is my way of showing up, staying committed, and turning something physical into something meaningful. Some days the run will feel easy, other days it won’t — but that’s kind of the point. This challenge is about consistency, resilience, and keeping going, even when it’s hard.

Every step I take is for the babies gone too soon, the parents who carry that loss forever, and the families who deserve compassion, support, and understanding.

If you’re able to donate, share, or even just take a moment to read about the incredible work SANDS does, it would mean so much. Any contribution — no matter how small — helps ensure that no one has to face baby loss alone.

Thank you for supporting me, supporting SANDS, and helping to break the silence around baby loss 🤍