We call on the Australian Parliament to officially recognised October as International Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day.

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#204

I know how much losing a child, before or after birth can hurt, and I feel like the difficulty we have talking about this confronting issue only serves to stigmatise and further harm people when they need our support the most. Recognising this as a month would help us all have more meaningful discussions.

Claire Scott (Bathurst, 2020-10-12)

#209

This is an issue that has no cure. 1 in 4 pregnancies end in grief. We deserve to have a day. Services held around the country. Break down the stigma that it’s not okay to talk about our losses.

Kellie Thomas (Bogan Gate, 2020-10-12)

#211

Signing for my sleeping angel 💘

Victoria Rose (kearns, 2020-10-12)

#212

I lost a baby at 20weeks in 2019.
This day matters and so do all the women who auffee

Rachel Boxsell (Gunnedah, 2020-10-12)

#213

I have had a miscarriage and a stillborn child. It has left me absolutely broken and has changed my life forever. My relationships have changed and my mental health has been affected. I have had to take unpaid leave from work and start seeing a psychologist. It’s so important that this topic is more widely spoken about and that is mothers are supported adequately

Kirsty Surr (The Ponds, 2020-10-12)

#217

I have a daughter that passed away just after birth.

Elizabeth Adrien (Brisbane , 2020-10-12)

#221

I lost my first child on 15 October 1996. Years have past and I am now blessed with two beautiful, healthy boys in their early 20’s but I shall never forget the lack of support or recognition that because my baby died while still growing inside of me, It was never considered a Real loss. But It was real to me, it broke My heart and I never want other mothers to feel the pain of trying to pretend for the sake of others beliefs.

Beverley Van Gestel (Freemans Reach, 2020-10-12)

#222

I’ve lost 2 children of my own and they deserve to be remembered

Courtney Greenbury (Brisbane , 2020-10-12)

#223

Im signing because there are too many parents that have lost a baby due to miscarriage/stillbirth and infant death like me. It is hard to talk about because it makes too many people uncomfortable. That needs to change and the only way to do that is to put it out there. A recognized remembrance day would help thousands of parents.

Sarah Wilkinson (Wonthaggi, 2020-10-12)

#228

I lost my son 27 minutes after birth. This is a huge problem and we as a country need to stand up and create awareness for others so we can get more help and access to services

Gemma Abbott (Perth, 2020-10-12)

#233

My family have been touched deeply with loosing a beautiful baby boy.

Makayla Muller (Brisbane, 2020-10-12)

#237

I’m signing because this issue remains taboo and it shouldn’t. Babies, born or not, are people we love.

Tracey Smith (Yalyalup, 2020-10-12)

#240

Personal tragedy in our own family with still birth

Peter Withers (Tura Beach, 2020-10-12)

#243

I have lost 2 babies and it breaks my heart that this isn’t considered important enough to be a recognized day of remembrance in our country. It’s time to break the stigma, 1 in 4 pregnancies end in loss!

Louise Miegel (Karalee, 2020-10-12)

#245

I have seven bothers and sisters in heavan, who I haven't met.

Mary-Jane De'Laney (South Lake, 2020-10-12)

#253

I lost a child and we need to break the stigma of not recognising pregnancy and infant loss

Tabbetha Reed (Dimbulah, 2020-10-13)

#254

I’m signing this because this day is recognition that my losses count.

Deborah Loveday (Sydney , 2020-10-13)

#256

I am one in four

Sam Hill (Mount Chalmers, 2020-10-13)

#257

I believe this day should be recognised!

Emma Duffield (NSW, 2020-10-13)

#260

I'm signing because so many go through this heartache, and wouldnt it be great to have a recognised day to remember all those little lives that were lost....officially. Recognising it as an official day will mean recognising it does happen and support is there for all who suffer the heartache of losing a little life.

Karen Boje (Sydney, 2020-10-13)

#262

I had two miscarriages which would have been so much easier mentally had I been aware of exactly how common loss is. I hope by having an offical day it might help someone in that situation in the future.

Courtney Galea (Goulburn, 2020-10-13)

#264

for my son

sarah martin (Delungra, 2020-10-13)

#266

I'm signing cause i lost a baby to miscarriage 32years ago and will never forgot what i went thru and what other women go thru

Janette Masters (macquarie fields, 2020-10-13)

#268

We lost our 1st born, a son, Diego, on the 1st of January 2018. He was only 18 weeks gestational age. My husband and I will never be complete again but days like this, the 15th of October, helped and continues to help us move forward without forgetting our darling Diego. By having a dedicated day each year, at least, gives us some way to connect with our angel Diego.

Sherryn Cabardo-Oclarit (Wetherill Park, 2020-10-13)

#277

I lost my twins in 2019. There is not enough awareness in the community and having October 15 recognised is a step in the best direction

Brooke McCartney (Melton, 2020-10-13)

#280

My daughter's death at 8 weeks old should be remembered.

Sally Rochelle (Wyndham Vale, 2020-10-13)

#281

Because my partner and I had still born twins in august 2019. It would mean the world to us and all the other grieving parents

Bryce Elliott (Melton South, 2020-10-13)

#283

I believe this is an extremely important date to remember honoring 1-4 parents that have experience such heart break and love to know there babies and experience can be recognized

Chantal Winter (Padbury, 2020-10-13)

#284

I have had 2x early miscarriages and lost a twin from a twin pregnancy. I feel this day should be nationally recognised as unfortunately pregnancy and infant loss is too common and effects not just the woman but her family and community.

Samantha Hiltunen (Queanbeyan , 2020-10-13)

#287

I’m signing because my stillborn baby girls matter, as do all of the other babies gone too soon.

Kaisi Siefert (Brisbane, 2020-10-13)

#289

It is important to publicly recognise this day so we can start a conversation. Women and men who have gone through this devastating loss need support and need to know they are not alone.

Angela Clifton (East Maitland , 2020-10-13)

#290

I also have experience two miscarriages

Kara-leah Chadwick (Melbourne , 2020-10-13)

#295

Im signing because I have list a baby & the loss if a child is like no other

Amanda Fletcher (Hobart , 2020-10-13)

#296

Because of my angels

Amanda Smith (Reynella , 2020-10-13)

#298

I'm signing because my baby was born with heart problems and spent the first 9 weeks of his life at Westmead childrens hospital while we were there I got to know some of the other mum's and they told me there stories I grew very close to one mother in particular her name was Danni and her son was only a couple of months older than my son and he had heart problems too only he's were more server he was such a sweet little boy and he's strength was so inspiring but on the day my son finally got discharged Danni's son sadly passed away it was heartbreaking months have passed now but there isn't a single day that I don't look at my beautiful baby boy and think just how lucky I am to have him

Cassidy Marshall (Inverell, 2020-10-13)

#302

I'm have personally experienced Pregnancy Loss

Mary-Anne Healey (Sunbury, 2020-10-13)

#303

Ruby ❤️

Lauren Rushby (Grantville , 2020-10-13)

#305

My daughter Isla Lily was stillborn at 32 weeks it is important the silence is broken around pregnancy and infant loss, these babies need to be remembered and spoken of

Jemma Turel (Glenning valley, 2020-10-13)

#306

I'm signing because I have experienced pregnancy loss. You imagine a baby the moment you get that positive test and I believe a day to celebrate thse short lives is important.

Liz Higson (Newcastle, 2020-10-13)

#307

I’m signing because we recently lost our baby girl at 36 weeks and never knew how common or how hard the process would be. Needs to be talked about and people made aware of how common and how many people are suffering in silence.

Michael Brotherstone (string:Elanora, 2020-10-13)

#310

In precious memory of our beautiful daughter, Adelynn Rose. Missed dearly by her mummy and daddy, never met by her little sister and brother, forever lives in our hearts.

Katie Halpin (Brisbane , 2020-10-13)

#313

In memory of Aaron Michael 06/01/1997 - 14/01/1997 always remembered

Judy Tolhurst (Berkeley vale, 2020-10-13)

#314

I’m signing for the three beautiful babies I have lost. We need to normalise talking about grief and remembering our babies.

Emily Lane (Aberdeen, 2020-10-13)

#316

I’m signing because my daughter was born still at full term. I want more awareness and knowledge out there. No mother, father or family should have to go through what we went through!

Jess Ant (Emu Plains, 2020-10-13)

#320

In memory of Eloise Simone Harvey Grainger

Jody Grainger (DANDENONG NORTH, 2020-10-13)

#327

I have had 3 miscarriages, and my daughter Ruby was born sleeping 5 weeks ago, at 35 weeks gestation.

Natasha Burford (Adelaide south australia, 2020-10-13)

#330

For Dustin and Lucy ❤

Taryn Griffiths (Churchill, 2020-10-13)

#333

I am the 1 in 4 and am shocked at how taboo this subject is

Rebecca Kummerfeld (Mareeba, 2020-10-13)

#334

A family with an angel baby of their own 💕

Ilayda Faauma (Sydney, 2020-10-13)

#335

I am a bereaved mother.

AMANDA DAVIDSON (Highfields, 2020-10-13)

#336

Recognition of International Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day acknowledges the value of the lives of the babies that have been lost and supports grieving parents

Ashleigh Driscoll (Sydney , 2020-10-13)

#337

I’m signing this because I have 2 angels watching over me.
One I lost at 8 weeks and the other I birthed at 18 weeks.
In honor of Sebastian Eruera Pasceri 12/1/2020

Riki Pasceri (Westmeadows , 2020-10-13)

#338

It has affected my family.

Siobhan Lea (Morwell, 2020-10-13)

#342

We lost our son in 2009..

Tania McAllister (Warrawong, 2020-10-13)

#343

I lost my girl at 20 weeks! This day means so much to me and my family! A day we can remember our daughter

Cass Sosimenko (Greenbank, 2020-10-13)

#345

My daughter Annabelle born sleeping at 19w 5d. Thinking of you always 💕

Kristy Wright (Buderim, 2020-10-13)

#348

Benjamin William Russell ~ 5/3/2016

Kirra Russell (Newcastle, 2020-10-13)

#353

I too have lost by baby back in 1998 and it’s hurts so bad I can’t even write it to explain the pain

Beckie Coleman (Baulkham Hills, 2020-10-13)

#355

Because im a angel mum that has been through losing my daughter and there should be a day that commemorates the little one lost to soon

Courtney Hart (Darwin, 2020-10-13)

#357

I know too many people (including me) who has experienced pregnancy and infant loss. It would be a huge step in supporting these people and stripping away the same if Australia formally recognised this day in the National calendar.

Harmony Aldridge (Brisbane, 2020-10-13)

#358

I lost my granddaughter at 32 weeks. She was the most beautiful little baby. Will never forget her xxxxx

Jayne Swales (Grantville , 2020-10-13)

#365

I'm signing because my daughter Bridgette matters

Jess Hebb (Penrith, 2020-10-13)

#366

I’m signing this petition as I have a sister that lost a beautiful baby with a lot of other women, one in four women. Her, her husband and our families lives will forever be changed and one day to remember all those families affected both loss and grief of their babies is a small gesture. A little life, not a little loss.

Sharon Roulston (Gordon, 2020-10-13)

#373

My wife and I lost our baby boy at 26 weeks old.... this petition means alot to us as its a personal issue

Will Barrington (Campbelltown , 2020-10-13)

#375

I have lost a little girl to being to premie and it should be recognised

Melissa Johnson (Sydney, 2020-10-13)

#376

I'm signing because my family and I lost my daughter 5 years ago

Danielle Rimmer (Bathurst, 2020-10-13)

#378

Every life matters and should be recognised

Amy Sherar (Yarrawonga Park , 2020-10-13)

#382

PAIL deserves to be officially recognised.

Kate Weaver (Roxburgh Park, 2020-10-13)

#384

Due to my own early stage miscarriage

Naomi Shore (Central Coast, 2020-10-13)

#388

I am 1 in 4
Our daughter was born sleeping

Leesa BEETON (Taree, 2020-10-13)

#390

I lost my first grandaughter 1998 & whole lifetime has passed but she is still there living inside me..
something that powerful should be recognised yearly like we remember the lost babies day of being born or the day they died..,

Kathryn Scarlett (Westbury, 2020-10-13)

#394

I am angel Mumma to our first and only born child, a day to acknowledge and celebrate her life and the life of all the babies who couldn't stay is invaluable to grieving families.

Kirsty Harris (Toowoomba, 2020-10-13)

#399

I'm an Angle grandma n would like recognition for my beautiful granddaughter

Jasmine Kliendienst (Inglewood , 2020-10-13)



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