2 weeks ago I was in Birmingham, doing last minute prep for #RCPCH24 and #BellaStory . I've been reflecting on the experience and the absolute bravery of Chloe and Josh in sharing their baby girl's story...

Rachel Rowlands Kit Tarka Foundation Baby Loss Awareness Week Happy 1st birthday Bella! If she was still here we would have had a bouncy castle party with lots of toys and cake. Those plans may have changed, so instead we had a small celebration with the family gathered around her and of course…chocolate cake! 🎈🎉

#MedTwitter #neonatalHSV #ThinkHSV

So not surprising how it made them feel, I hope having seen how we worked together with Chloe and Josh that people will feel less anxious about these situations.
#ThinkHSV #BellaStory

and finally- thank you so much again to @Chloepawley and Josh for allowing me to share #BellaStory and helping to prevent deaths in the future with their bravery.
Please scan the QR code below for a copy of the #ThinkHSV poster where you can add your own local guidance.

Thank you RCPCH for making it possible to be a guest speaker at Bella’s Story Workshop today. And thank you Rachel Rowlands for her wonderful talk and dedication to Bella’s Story. You have been magnificent! #RCPCH2024 #babybella #bellasstory #HSV #ThinkHSV

Heather EM3FOAMed Its worth getting medication from a pharmacy for him to put on his cold sore.If he starts showing symptoms that you think are him deteriorating then see a doctor. And clean/sanitise everything you touch before he does especially with having a cold sore outbreak. Hope this helps x

Chloe RCPCH Rachel Rowlands Thank you for sharing your story and gorgeous little girl with us all. I will be taking Bella’s story into south wales hospitals and beyond to spread the word! ♥️