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Termination

Termination is not an easy option.The grief and emotional pain can be overwhelming, and couples need the time to talk through the details and discuss any fears, questions, or special requirements.
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Before a pregnancy is terminated you need to know

*    How the termination will be performed and the pain relief used
*    Place of delivery, and length of labour if after 12th week
*    Support that is available afterwards....

The Heartbreak Of Termination newsletter issue 40

A prenatal diagnosis of Patau’s or Edwards’ syndrome catapults parents into a bleak world of uncertainty, sombre survival statistics, and frightening medical complications.....

Saying Goodbye by Shelley

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Planning a farewell ceremony and coping with loss My husband and I unexpectedly read endless amounts of information in our search to make sense of what happened to us.......

Matthew by Jo and Richard

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Our journey started unexpectedly in February on the eve of our daughter’s 2nd birthday. We found out I was pregnant..... 

2012 SOFT Weekend NEW LOCATION SOLIHULL Village Hotel May 5/6th

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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.

SOFT Magazines

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

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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

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Conference 2011 photos