Bereavement Support Groups: The Motherhood Group in Partnership with Sands

Free weekly support groups for Black women and mothers navigating pregnancy or baby loss

Overview

The Motherhood Group is proud to partner with Sands to deliver weekly Bereavement Support Groups designed specifically for Black women and mothers who have experienced pregnancy or baby loss.

These groups offer a compassionate, culturally sensitive space to process grief, connect with others who understand, and receive guided emotional support.

Sessions will be facilitated by Jordan Russell, who works in bereavement support at Sands. Jordan brings specialist experience in pregnancy and baby loss and creates safe, nurturing spaces for Black mothers whose experiences are so often overlooked or unsupported.

Our partnership intends to bridge the gap in bereavement care by offering a dedicated, trusted space for Black mothers within The Motherhood Group community.

🗓 Weekly Schedule

Every Thursday from 20th January 2026
12:00PM – 1:00PM (UK Time)
Hosted exclusively on the BlackMums App
(Audio-only participation – camera not required)

What to Expect

• A safe and compassionate group led by an experienced bereavement practitioner
• Space to share, reflect, listen, or simply be present
• Culturally sensitive emotional support
• Weekly continuity and community
• Free access for all BlackMums App users

This group is for Black women and Black mothers who have experienced pregnancy or baby loss at any stage — miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal loss, or loss during pregnancy.

You are warmly welcome whether you feel ready to talk, or you want to join quietly and listen.

How to Join

These sessions are free, but registration is required.
All support groups take place on the BlackMums App, where you will receive joining instructions after registering.

Download the BlackMums App on the App Store or Google Play and create a free account to attend.

In partnership with Sands

This work is part of our shared commitment to improving bereavement support for Black mothers across the UK, ensuring no woman navigates loss alone or unsupported.

Register Now

Secure your place for the upcoming sessions.
We look forward to welcoming you into this supportive community.