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Jessica Tolman

Run 2k a Day in February 2026

Help Jessica raise 175!

I’m running 2k a day in Febuary for families facing baby loss

I’ve committed to running 2k a day this February 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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My target 56 kms

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My Goal

£175

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My Updates

Day 8

Sunday 8th Feb
Today's run was joined by lovely Kelly and then had a coffee after at the Greenham Control Tower. Lovely start to a Sunday

Day 7

Sunday 8th Feb
Felt really hard today! But I made it. Roll on Day 8!

Day 6

Sunday 8th Feb
Lilo came to support me on my run today. And gave me a crisp high 5 after! Nailing it doggo!

Day 5!

Thursday 5th Feb
It has done nothing but rain, so I decided to take to the treadmill at the gym instead. No soggy trainers today!

4th Run Done!

Wednesday 4th Feb
Running with a furry friend on a lovely sunny day 😎

2nd one done!

Monday 2nd Feb
Chilly but the steak was calling to me at home!

1st Run Done!!

Sunday 1st Feb

1st Run Done!!

Sunday 1st Feb
1st run done - 3.8km. It was always going to be a tough one. But managed to dodge the rain and had a lovely route around Greenham 

Adeline

Thursday 29th Jan
In February, I will be running 2km a day to raise money for the @sandscharity who supported us when Adeline died.
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Although Sands provides numerous avenues of support, Simon and I found most value out of the Weekly Sands groups. It gave Simon and I a safe space to talk to other bereaved families about our experience and navigating our lives through the early stages of being part of 'the shittest club on earth'. In the meetings there was no judgment; no expectation to contribute; no head tilts with the words 'I'm sorry' attached to them; no awkward glances; no relaying of stories where someone is trying to relate to your situation but in fact only causes offence. We were able to cry, be angry, laugh, share memories, seek advice in a safe space with those who also understood exactly what we were going through. Most importantly, we were able to say Adeline's name aloud. Loud and proud. Our first daughter, who sadly was not able to stay.
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We made the decision from day 1 to make sure Adeline was always a part of our children's lives. Talking about her, celebrating her birthday, including her in some way in our Christmas festivities. And sure, they ask questions. They're are young and inquisitive. But they have embraced her as part of their lives despite having not met her. Because to keep her a secret, in our eyes, would not be accepting that she existed. She was here. And would equally feed into the societal nature that baby loss and talking about baby loss is awkward and a taboo subject. And that view needs to change. 
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2km a day may not be a lot. And I am a small fish in an extremely large pond. But I am helping one step at a time to help break down the barriers and change the taboo nature surrounding baby loss. Also, helping Sands provide the support that bereaved families desperately need when they are navigating through the darkest days of their lives.
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You can keep track of my progress online.

Thank you in advance

*I apologise in advance for any pictures of me looking horrendously red and sweaty as evidence!*

Thank you to my Sponsors

£106

Jenny Tolman

Hope this helps, good on you girl xxxx

£79.50

Nick Tolman

Well done Jess and good luck

£53.32

David Tolman

Hope you have fun with it

£53.32

Gordon, Amanda And Neve

Such a worthwhile cause

£53.32

Donald, Jenni, Dougray, Lachlan, Jock And Ishbel

£53.32

Craig & Jeanette Smith

Good luck Jess. A great cause and one I know that makes a real difference at such a difficult time.

£53.32

Gregor And Jo

£27.05

Grace

£25

Daniel Comiskey

Good luck for this challenge, Jess. You are a star for doing this, especially in this weather!

£21.84

Connie, Damon, Nova And Rowan

Such a wonderful cause! Amazing!

£21.84

Peter & Katie Tolman

Good Luck Jess

£21.84

Nicola Murphy

Thinking of you Jessica, my cousin who lost so much. What a wonderful and positive thing to do to help this amazing charity and other people who have suffered loss. Well done. Sending lots of love. You will smash this from Nicola and all the family xxx

£20

Kelly Wickens

£20

Jessica Tolman

£16.56

Anonymous

Good luck on your journey

£11.33

Harri, Ryan, Flo And Loche

Go run around and be all blotchy! What a marvellous thing to do .

£11.33

Aimee Mcguinness

Well done Jess! Lots of love Aimee, Ryan, Ronan and Orla. Xxx

£11.33

Pamela Linton-auteis

You’re amazing Jess! Well done 👏

£11.33

Sam

Good Luck on your challenge Jess, I just know you will smash it xxx

£11.33

Amy Turner

Go on girl

£11.33

Jo, Glen, Oliver And Ivy

Well done, you legend! You're doing an amazing job xxx

£11.33

Emma Jordan

Go Jess! This is amazing…hope you smash it every day…thinking of you pounding the pavement throughout Feb!

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Emma Ans Henry

Great work ❤️

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Lacey Woodman (shaw)

Amazing cause - and thank you for your bravery and honesty in your words about Adeline and why this charity is so important to you and many others. What a wonderful thing to do not just to raise money for this charity, but to keep her memory alive. Well done and good luck with the challenge xx