Why I Am Running for SANDs
I recently learned that I have had a missed miscarriage. It is my second miscarriage in just over a year, and despite how common miscarriage is, it is something we still rarely talk about openly. I am heartbroken, and I am still finding my way through the recovery.
At the moment, NHS support for miscarriage usually begins only after a third loss. Many people go through this without answers or help, and that can make an already painful experience even harder. I want to play a small part in changing that.
Throughout February, I will be working up to running (I will start off by walking) 2km every day to raise money for SANDs, a charity that funds vital research and supports families affected by pregnancy loss. It is my way of channelling my grief and feelings of powerlessness into something that might help others in the future.
This is personal to share, but I hope that being open helps to reduce the stigma around miscarriage and supports the research that leads to better outcomes.
Thank you for reading, and for any support you feel able to give.
My Activity Tracking
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My target 56 kms
My Achievements
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Received 10 donations
Increased Fundraising Target
Completed it!
My Updates
Final run
Monday 2nd Mar
First day
Sunday 1st Feb
Thank you to my Sponsors
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Ryan Bubbins
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Anna Segal
Sending so much love and support, here for you always xx
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Anne
Proud of you Keli, supporting this important cause and raising awareness at such a sad time. Hugs xx
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Claire & Rom
Go Keli! Amazing achievement x
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Letizia Vicentini
What an incredible cause Keli, thank you for sharing your story.
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Triona Fitton
Sending all my love to you all!
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Clare Rankin
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Helen Mckenzie
This is epic!! X
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With Love From Margaret & Nick
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Jessie Mckeegan
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Jane
lots of love
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Emily & Tom
We are so proud of you! Love you lots Emily & Tom xxx
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Kat
All my love to you all!
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Cindy Hearn
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Kelly Warriner
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Eva Sigurdardottir
Sending lots of love to you all c
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Kath Margetts
Sending lots of love x
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Jess And Aaron
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Marian Duggan
What an amazingly thoughtful thing to do, Keli. I hope the weather stays a bit drier for you! Massive hugs xxx
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Kim
Well done
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Caoimhe Kelly
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Laura J Brown
What a lovely idea to help you process things. Love you lots x
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Cara White
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Ben Smith
Keep Going, Keli. 🫶🏼
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Yemina Hone
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Nicky A
Dear Keli, I am so very sad to read what a heartbreaking time you are & have been going through. Sending my love & strength to you & Joe. Congratulations on taking on this challenge for such an excellent cause - I hope the process has helped you, it will certainly benefit many others . Take care x x
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Sophie Kemsley
We run with you every step, Keli <3
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Catherine-anne Curtis
Well done Keli! Sending lots of love! Cx
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Louise Smith
Sending lots of love xxx
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Sean Langford
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Meher Basit
Sending you love and hugs. 🩷
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From Ben & Sophia 🫶🏻
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Eli King
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Gabby
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Emily & Jake Xx
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Emma Louise
Good luck Keli, you got this! Lots of love, Emma and Finch xxx
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Ellen Margetts
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Lauren K
Sending all the love xxx
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Emma Cooke
Thinking of you and sending lots of love xxxxx
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Konrad
Good luck Keli!
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Joanna Lewandowska
Sending lots of love. So proud of you xx
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Mandy
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Hazel Cowie
Thinking of you, let me know if you want some company for a jog.
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Rachael Coker
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Nigel Turner
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Famy Rashid
From my heart to yours. So proud of you Keli x
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Taania Saeed
Good luck Keli xx
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Anonymous
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Rose
So proud of you! Nan x
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Jen
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Ellie West
you’ve done amazing with all your runs! you can smash the last one!
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Fi And Chris French
Well done ❤️
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Eileen Gokemre
Well done on your achievement so far and turning your pain into something for good. Be kind and patient with yourself, it does get easier xxx
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Anna Richardson
Thank you for sharing Keli. Very best of luck!
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Ruth
What a great idea, always proud of you xx
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Bevan Kehoe
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Matthew Williams
<3
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Kirsty Wilson
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Jen B
You have got this Keli! Sending lots of love
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Mandy
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Tom Trower
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Rosie Mcinally-gibbs
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Courtney
Here for you! You go girl 🏃🏻♀️🏃🏻♀️🏃🏻♀️🫶🏼
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Lucy Woodward
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Ksantikara
With love.
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