For many, Christmas is a season of celebration and togetherness. But for families living with the loss of a baby, it can also be a time of reflection, longing, and remembrance. This Christmas, you can help us reach bereaved families with comfort, compassion, and understanding. Whether you choose to donate a bear in memory of a baby, make a Christmas gift to support our work, or send meaningful Christmas e-cards to family and friends, your support helps us continue to be there for those who need us. Together, we can ensure that more families receive a comforting bear and the reminder that they are not alone in their grief. Explore the ways you can support Aching Arms this Christmas below and help us share comfort, love, and hope during the festive season.
Many families find great comfort in donating Aching Arms bears, and for them it's a special way of remembering their baby at Christmas. So, every Christmas we invite you to dedicate a bear in memory of a baby special to you.
Each soft and cuddly Aching Arms bear wears a personalised label that is lovingly handwritten with the name of the baby in whose memory the bear was dedicated. The label also connects families to sources of information, support and understanding. The bear you donate will be gifted to another bereaved family which extends the arm of friendship and helps other bereaved parents to know they are not alone.
When donating a bear for Christmas, our supporters have the option of their baby’s name being added to a star on our beautiful ‘Starlights’ graphic, along with other precious babies being remembered, which will be shared across our social media pages throughout November and December, culminating with a montage on Christmas Eve.
Donate a bear at Christmas will be back in November 2026
Instead of buying cards and stamps this year, make a donation to Aching Arms and help us continue supporting families affected by pregnancy and baby loss. - Skip the cards - Save the stamps - Support bereaved families Whether it's £5, £10, or what you would usually spend on Christmas cards and postage, every donation helps make a difference. As a thank you, you'll receive a digital e-card to share with friends, family, colleagues or clients, letting them know you've chosen to support Aching Arms this Christmas. Together, we can spread kindness and help bereaved families this festive season.
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This Christmas, we will help bereaved families to feel less alone. Whether it’s the first Christmas without their baby or the 20th, we are here to offer comfort and support, and hold their hand. To do this, we rely on voluntary donations and the wonderful warmth and generosity of our amazing donors ensures we can continue our vital care-driven work. Your kindness will bring comfort to families when they need it most.
Show your support for Aching Arms this festive season. Could you:
Be a seasonal star and ‘give it up’ to do good this festive season - donate the cost of that extra box of mince pies, chocolates, or biscuits. Donate the cost of your usual morning coffee, cuppa, or cheeky hot chocolate. Be an Aching Arms £1 Warrior and take on our spare change challenge - gather all the spare change you have at home, in your car, on your work desk, round it up to the nearest pound and donate. Get creative and festive in your workplace with your seasonal giving - host a Christmas jumper/festive fancy dress day, host a Christmas quiz, hold or a Christmas bake sale or festive afternoon tea with proceeds being donated to Aching Arms.
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Instead of sending traditional, printed Christmas cards this year, please consider donating to Aching Arms and you will receive a beautifully festive eCard that has been exclusively designed for our supporters. There are five designs to choose from, with various different greetings. Customise your eCard with your own festive message and choose whether to send different messages to each eCard recipient, or the same message to everyone.
Get your Christmas e-Cards here
07464 508994 support@achingarms.co.uk
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