SANDS Australia

Parent support groups Where women and their partners who have experienced reproductive loss can share stories, thoughts and feelings with others who have had a similar experience.	One-to-one parent support Provided by parent supporters who have experienced the loss of a baby and who have undertaken bereavement support training. Parent supporters are available to talk with parents on the phone or, where possible, to visit them.
Seven day access To SANDS parent support services	Publications for parents, families and friends Including parent booklets, leaflets, information packages and web sites.
Publications for health professionals Including guidelines for practice and information packages.	Comprehensive libraries Including books, papers, articles, audio and video tapes.
Educational presentations For community groups, pre-natal classes, maternity and emergency units, medical and nursing staff, and school, university and TAFE students.	Awareness week SANDS conducts regular national awareness raising activities.