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Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) @arcantenatal.bsky.social · 13h

Our lovely new Christmas card design, 'Hare in Moonlight', is available to buy on our website! 💜 🎄

Buying Christmas cards through ARC helps support our services. Visit - buff.ly/KPrybvt to get yours today!

Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) @arcantenatal.bsky.social · 2d

At the November café, we will be discussing care for parents who decide to have a termination of pregnancy and those who continue after diagnosis of a genetic or physical condition. How robust and well-coordinated are the pathways? What works well and what could be better? buff.ly/KRM8CfF

Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) @arcantenatal.bsky.social · 3d

We want to thank everyone who joined the global #WaveOfLight last night. Seeing all your candles burning brightly was such a special way to conclude Baby Loss Awareness Week 💜🩷 💙

#BLAW2025 #babyloss #tfmr

Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) @arcantenatal.bsky.social · 4d

Remembering all the babies who died too soon 🩷 💙

#WaveOfLight #babyloss #TFMR #BLAW25

Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) @arcantenatal.bsky.social · 4d

Tonight at 7 pm, we mark the end of Baby Loss Awareness Week 2025 with the global Wave of Light.

Join us and others around the globe by lighting a candle at 7 pm and leaving it burning for at least one hour to remember all the babies who have died too soon.

#WaveOfLight #babyloss #TFMR #BLAW25

Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) @arcantenatal.bsky.social · 5d

If you are passing through Glasgow Central Station today, do say hello to Karen, our Co-ordinator for Scotland, who has some ARC resources for you to take away! 🩷 💙

Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) @arcantenatal.bsky.social · 6d

At the October café we will be talking about what expectant parents often call the ‘12 week scan’. We’ll discuss how you can best provide individualised care when something unexpected is seen on the scan.

Last chance to sign up. Free for healthcare professionals: buff.ly/yJM8Mzj

ARC Case Café15 October 25

An event for healthcare professionals working in antenatal care providing a safe space to discuss challenging aspects of your work.

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Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) @arcantenatal.bsky.social · 6d

Call 020 7713 7486, email [email protected] or text 07908 683004 Monday-Friday, 10 am-5.30 pm.

We also offer extended helpline hours on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 8–10pm. Email [email protected] us to arrange a call during these times.

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Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) @arcantenatal.bsky.social · 6d

For many, #BLAW can stir painful memories and emotions. As the week has grown, the increase in social media activity can feel overwhelming. It’s okay to step back. It’s okay to take a break. It’s okay to ask for support.

Our support services run as usual throughout the week.

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Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) @arcantenatal.bsky.social · 10d

For now, we want to gently welcome you and remind you that if you find yourself feeling overwhelmed or triggered at any point this week, it’s completely okay to take a step back. Be kind to yourself.

#BLAW25 #BabyLoss #PregnancyLoss #TFMR #TFMRsupport

Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) @arcantenatal.bsky.social · 10d

Throughout the week, we’ll be sharing stories from individuals who have experienced #TFMR, as well as ways you can get involved in #BLAW25.

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Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) @arcantenatal.bsky.social · 10d

Today marks the beginning of the 23rd annual Baby Loss Awareness Week 🩷💙

Baby Loss Awareness Week is a global event where we come together to remember all the babies who died too soon.

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Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) @arcantenatal.bsky.social · 11d

Looking for a new challenge in 2026? Missed out on a place in the London Marathon but keen to run 26.2 miles for ARC?

ARC has exclusive charity places in a number of events: buff.ly/Zo2rb9Z

Contact [email protected] for more info! Join #TeamARC today! 💜

Take part in an event – Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC)

Fundraise for us

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Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) @arcantenatal.bsky.social · 14d

We are not doctors on the ARC helpline, but we are here to listen and provide support when prenatal screening or diagnostic tests bring unexpected news. Call 020 7713 7486 or email [email protected].

Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) @arcantenatal.bsky.social · 16d

Our support services run as usual throughout the week. Call 020 7713 7486, email [email protected] or text 07908 683004 Monday-Friday, 10 am-5.30 pm.

We also have extended helpline hours on Tuesday and Thursday evenings between 8-10 pm. Email [email protected] to arrange a call during this time.

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Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) @arcantenatal.bsky.social · 16d

Baby Loss Awareness Week 2025 begins on Thursday, 9th October.

Throughout the week, we will be featuring #BLAW25 posts and stories from individuals who have gone through #TFMR. Some might find the increased social media activity overwhelming. It's okay to take a break whenever you need.

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Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) @arcantenatal.bsky.social · 17d

We offer extended helpline hours on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 8-10 pm.

To speak to our team during these hours, please email [email protected] to schedule a time.

Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) @arcantenatal.bsky.social · 19d

We are still looking to fill the part-time position of ‘ARC Co-ordinator for Northern Ireland’. Find out more about the role on our website: buff.ly/CiQNqua

Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) @arcantenatal.bsky.social · 24d

Our helpline is available on Tuesday and Thursday evenings between 8-10 pm. To arrange a call, email [email protected] and our helpline team will get back to you ASAP.

Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) @arcantenatal.bsky.social · 26d

In association with the North West England Imaging Academy, ARC will be delivering the afternoon session at the upcoming study day, ”Compassionate Engagement for Ultrasound Practitioners”.

Full details on how to book can be found on our website: buff.ly/GBRCeIm.

Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) @arcantenatal.bsky.social · 26d

Our 2026 healthcare professional training dates in LONDON are now available for booking! Book all three days and receive a discount!

Visit the training section of our website for more information: buff.ly/WE161JC

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Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) @arcantenatal.bsky.social · 28d

We are not medically trained at ARC, but we can help you work out the questions you might want to ask your hospital after a prenatal diagnosis. Call our helpline on 020 7713 7486 or email [email protected] to speak to our professional team.

Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) @arcantenatal.bsky.social · 29d

We are down to our last remaining FREE tickets for our upcoming online healthcare professional conference, ‘Improving equity in antenatal testing and its consequences across the UK’.

Join us on Friday, 26th September, 10 am - 4.30 pm buff.ly/JJRhNsc

ARC Online Conference 2025

‘Improving equity in antenatal testing and its consequences across the UK’

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Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) @arcantenatal.bsky.social · Sep 19

We now offer subsidised training days across the UK for healthcare professionals working in antenatal care.

Upcoming dates:

Cardiff – Saturday 20th Sept
Wrexham – Saturday 4th Oct
Northern Ireland – Thursday 9th Oct
Glasgow – Saturday 25th Oct

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Regional training days – Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC)

In 2024, with the help of an expert group, ARC published a set of guidelines on providing parent-centred care after prenatal diagnosis. To support and promote this, we are pleased to be able to offer…

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Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC) @arcantenatal.bsky.social · Sep 18

We have extended helpline hours on Tuesday and Thursday evenings between 8 - 10 pm. This is to try and ensure everyone is able to access our services.

To arrange a call, email [email protected], and our helpline team will get back to you ASAP to confirm.