A sudden death brings additional layers of shock, distress, devastation and disbelief to a bereavement. The reality of what has happened may be very difficult to accept and you may be desperately searching for meaning and understanding.
When a child dies suddenly and unexpectedly, you may have regrets over lost opportunities and sorrow about unfulfilled plans. With no chance to say goodbye, there can be a sense of unfinished business, and a need to go over what has happened.
No parent expects to face the death of their child. See our resource for support and guidance on grieving for a child. Read more
The death of a child is one of the hardest things anyone will ever have to face. The death by suicide of a young person, with their life and potential ahead of them, is particularly impactful. Read more
This information aims to give guidance when someone may have died by suicide. It covers what might happen in the first few days, ideas for what to tell people, and what might help to support you. Read more
Coping with the unfamiliar prospect of a postmortem can be overwhelming and distressing at what is already a very difficult time, It is likely you have many questions and concerns, and this resource seeks to answer some of these. Read more
Sudden and Unexplained Death in Infancy or Childhood (SUDIC) is a term used when a baby or child dies suddenly and where there is no explanation for why they have died, often despite investigations. Read more
The Coroner is a specialist judge who is authorised to investigate certain kinds of deaths, for instance where the cause of death is unknown or is not clear. Read more