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I’m running 2k a day in January for families facing baby loss
I’ve committed to running 2k a day this January 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.
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Why I’m Running 2km a Day in January
Sunday 28th DecJanuary is usually a quiet, reflective month, but this year I’m choosing to make it a little louder, a little harder, and a lot more purposeful.
Throughout January, I’m committing to running 2 kilometres every single day to raise money for SANDS UK, the charity that supports anyone affected by baby loss and miscarriage.
This isn’t just about fitness.
It’s about remembrance.
It’s about compassion.
And it’s about standing with families who have had their world changed in ways that most people never see.
Miscarriage and baby loss are heartbreakingly common, yet still so often suffered in silence. Behind closed doors, people grieve not just a loss of a baby, but lost futures, lost dreams, and a quiet ache that never really disappears. SANDS is there in those moments: offering support, understanding, counselling, resources, and a voice for families when they feel they have none.
Running 2km a day might not sound huge, but doing it every day, through dark evenings, cold weather, tired legs, and busy life, is my way of choosing consistency over comfort. It’s a daily act of remembering that for many families, there is no “day off” from grief, and that support should be just as constant.
Every step is for the babies we never got to meet.
Every mile is for the parents who carry love and loss side by side.
Every donation helps make sure no one has to walk this journey alone.
If you’re able to support, share, donate, or simply follow along, thank you.
Your kindness truly means more than you know.
Let’s turn January into something that brings hope where there has been heartbreak. 🤍
ShareThank you to my Sponsors
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Allison Merrick
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Tara Jackson Croker
🩷🩷🩷 well done Jacob I hope you double your cash pot and it’s so appreciated by everyone affected by miscarriage🙏🙏🙏
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Julie Marker
This is a wonderful gesture Jacob for a much needed charity-wishing you all the very best. Mum & Dad xx
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Mary Macloughlin
Good luck Jacob. Lots of love from Pete&Mary xxx
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Maria Hammond
Well done Jacob, keep up the great work. We are currently going through this heartbreak with loosing our grandchild.
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Bev Sills
Well done hope all is going well with you and Jemima and bump
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Anne Cooley
Very proud of all your efforts well done Jacob!
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Josh Hawkes
£16.56
Phoebe Marker-fairweather
Well done, fab charity 🥰
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Sam Cook
Well Done 👏
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Anonymous
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Bookman
Well done and a good effort
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Helen Gannaway
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Tim Francis
Well done Jacob keep going 👍
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Hillsdon
Go Jacob! Great charity - you're doing so well!
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Cath Harris
You are an inspiration Jacob - we are cheering you on ! Proud of you Love Cath & Jonathan x
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Adam Futter
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Jemima Marker
Go Jakey go! Super proud of you. Love from me, Tex and bean 🙋♀️🐕👶
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Auntie Em Xx
Sure you will do great running this each day. Hopefully will raise awareness and funds . Much love
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Mags
Well done Jacob!
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Ian Martin
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Philip Bassett
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Dan & Em
Go on Jacob! You’ve got this!
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Heidi Cook
Well done!!! 🎉🎉🎉
