SIDS and Kids bereavement support services assist families who have experienced the sudden and unexpected death of a baby or child, during birth, pregnancy or infancy, regardless of the cause.

Our support services are extensive and include counselling, parent and family support, peer support, sibling support, grandparent support groups, group activities, annual memorial services, telephone counselling and a national 24 hour freecall 1300 bereavement support line.

Services are available to families and their support network free of charge.

We know that over 9 children under 4 years of age die suddenly and unexpectedly every day in Australia and that up to 60 people are affected by the death of one child.

For this reason, our bereavement support services are vital for all Australian families who have experienced the sudden and unexpected death of a baby or child. Our support is ongoing for families and can be tailored to their individual needs.

Bereavement Support Literature Available Online:

The following bereavement literature is availabe online and can be downloaded in PDF format.

For copies of this literature or to speak with a SIDS and Kids Counsellor in your State or Territory call 1300 308 307.

SIDS Families: Some answers to your questions.pdf

Always your Child.pdf
Treasured Babies.pdf
Grandparent to Grandparent.pdf
Another Baby – the Decision is Yours.pdf

Choices in arranging your child’s funeral.pdf

Family and Friends Can make a Difference.pdf

Click on the links below to download additional bereavement support resources:

Rubens Rollercoaster Ride.pdf