Teddy's Story: A Heartbreaking Journey

Teddy was a much-wanted and much-loved baby, and our hearts are broken because he is not with us today. He was at increased risk of having low blood sugar, which unfortunately was not monitored after his birth, highlighting the critical need for child health advocacy in such vulnerable situations.

We found Teddy in his cot when he was one day old; he was floppy, and his color wasn’t right. We performed CPR on him until an ambulance arrived. Teddy was taken to A&E, where a dedicated team awaited him.

Despite receiving adrenaline, Teddy's heart did not restart. After several attempts, a doctor asked if anyone could think of anything else, and when the answer was 'no,' everything stopped.

The Supreme Court no longer recognizes witnesses of the consequences of medical negligence as secondary victims. Consequently, my trauma now goes unacknowledged by the courts, emphasizing the importance of medical negligence awareness. In the face of this loss, I seek parental grief support to navigate this painful journey.