The Story We Recognise All Too Well The BBC’s Babies reflected the real, unresolved trauma we see in bereaved couples, and was a stark reminder of the need for Petals structured, trauma-informed counselling to be accessible to all bereaved parents. When the BBC...
Guy is taking part in our first ever Lace Up & Trek ‘Snowdon at Night’ event on the 9th May for #TeamPetals. He’s no stranger to fundraising for Petals – or climbing, either. The last climb he did for us, he climbed Mount Everest! Guy is...
Some acts of kindness leave a lasting legacy of love and support… We feel incredibly privileged to share our clients’ stories on our website. Many are deeply moving – shaped by trauma and loss, and told in equal parts, with grief and love. So when Sarah...
Brady received Petals Counselling last summer. After only one session he messaged us on Instagram to tell us we had saved his life. Now his sessions are complete, he’s sent us this letter. We haven’t edited what he told us. After losing my baby twins in May 2025...
Northern Ireland Leads the Way: Paid Bereavement Leave extended to miscarriage and early Pregnancy Loss Northern Ireland has become the first region in the UK – and the northern hemisphere – to extend statutory Parental Bereavement Leave and Pay to...
Spring is often described as a season of new beginnings, of vibrant colour and new growth. The sight of lambs in fields, blossoms unfolding, chicks hatching and excited children can be difficult for those grieving for their babies and can bring painful awareness of...
