My Story

Hi All,

Thank you for taking the time to read my story and to why I have signed up for The Great Cumbrian Run which is a half marathon on 7th October 2018 in Carlisle.

I am running for ARC because they helped me thought a difficult time in my life and I am very grateful for their private online forum which is safe and secure.

About ARC

ARC is the only national charity helping parents and healthcare professionals through antenatal screening and its consequences.

Around 800,000 women in the UK become pregnant each year. More than 40,000 will be told there is a risk their baby has a serious fetal anomaly. Naturally, this causes a great deal of anxiety and uncertainty. Most parents will ultimately be reassured the pregnancy is progressing as expected. Sadly, some will receive the devastating news that their baby has a serious, sometimes lethal condition or might be told that the outlook is very uncertain.

ARC offers non-directive information and support to parents before, during and after antenatal screening; when they are told their baby has an anomaly; when they are making difficult decisions about continuing with or ending a pregnancy, and when they are coping with complex and painful issues after making a decision, including bereavement.

How your money can help

•£5 pays for the helpline to support one anxious parent or couple.

•£10 pays for an information and support pack for a bereaved or expectant parent.

•£20 pays for the website for a day – providing essential information for parents and healthcare professionals.

Thank you for taking the time to read this and if you decided to donate your donation is greatly appreciated.

Xx🏃🏻‍♀️❤️👍🏻