A CHARITY has opened a quiet, non-clinical room to try and provide support to families who have had a stillborn baby.

Rocky-Lee’s Little Feet, which is based in Ross-on-Wye, has refurbished a room within the existing delivery suite for still birth deliveries at Hereford County Hospital.

It will be equipped with furnishings to provide a home from home, hotel-room feel so that couples and families can spend time together with their baby in a less clinical-feeling environment.

Sian and Martin Coopey set up the charity three years ago following the stillborn birth of their son Rocky-Lee as they wanted to help others in the same position.

They have since also provided memory bears, a digital camera to enable parents to have photographs of their babies, ongoing funding for wicker baskets and a cuddle cot.

Katie Farmer, Wye Valley NHS Trust fundraiser, said: "We’re very grateful to Sian, Martin and their team for their continued support both with their generous donations and providing support to families when they need it most. Their input and vision to take our maternity department forward has been invaluable."

Rocky-Lee’s Little Feet not only helps bereaved parents at the hospital, but also helps fund headstones for families across the UK

In July last year the charity held a fire walk in Ross-on-Wye that raised £5,000 and they are continuing to raise funds. They are currently searching for local businesses who may wish to sponsor an item for the Bereavement Suite.

If you would like more information email Sian at rockyleesfund@gmail.com or visit www.rockyleeslittlefeet.co.uk.