Tribute Poems
The loss of a baby can inspire moving poems. If you have a poem for the website, use the contact us form to send us your details and permissions. Click each heading to read the poem.
In memory of Summer Rose
Summer was such a beautiful child and she left a lot of broken hearts behind. In the evening of the 19th May I sat and wondered what Summer would say to us if she could.....
In memory of Hope
HOPE born 20th March 2010 and grew her wings on 23rd March 2010. Written by my friend Rachel Hiles who read it beautifully at Hope's funeral on behalf of mummy Jo, daddy Al, and big sister Ella....
In memory of Chantal
Chantal (trisomy 18) was born on May 13th 1991 and died a few weeks later on July 17th. Chantal - Our first daughter; she brought joy, she brought tears. She was loved, she was cared for. She shared our lives for a little while....
In memory of Antony
Ross wrote this poem for his son Anthony who was 'born asleep' on the 1st July 2010 and had mosaic trisomy 13..
In memory of Liam
This beautiful poem 'Liam's Feet' was written by one of my most gorgeous friends just for my Little Man Liam....
From Precious Past Hopeful Future by Erica Brown
However we continue to parent our child the relationship can provide comfort and solace and a way of taking memories forward to the future.
Sometimes people write poetry or a journal as a way of helping them understand what has happened....
For Fathers
This poem is a tribute for fathers who are sometimes a little neglected.
A Father's grief is very real although they may not express it in the same way as their partner.
2012 SOFT Weekend NEW LOCATION SOLIHULL Village Hotel May 5/6th
Solihull DeVere Village Hotel will be the 2012 venue for the SOFT Weekend.
There will be T13/18 specialist speakers, a Time of Remembrance, a family SOFT dinner on the evening of the 5th, and a balloon release.
To book a double room with breakfast at the hotel at a discount rate of £60, (small supplement for a family room) ring 0844 980 0118 reference 'SOFT050512'. Please book early to avoid disappointment.
Activities for children of all ages will replace the creche and the swimming leisure facilities are free to families who stay overnight.
Check back soon for Conference Booking Forms.
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SOFT UK Scottish Conference November 12th 2011
The Scottish meeting was held on November 12th 2011 at the Dunblane Hydro Hotel, Dunblane,
21st SOFT Conference May 7-8th 2011
A brilliant Conference Weekend with a creche, talks, laughter and tears. Events arranged for members included a Time of Remembrance, balloons and sky lanterns........
Conference 2011
