“Couple shares heartbreaking story of stillborn baby after 12-week scan”

Melissa Hayat received devastating news at her 12-week scan, where she learned that her unborn son, Noah, had a swollen neck, an irregular heartbeat, and was not expected to survive. After feeling “butterfly movements” at home, Melissa returned to the hospital to learn that Noah had passed away. She described the experience as “horrifying” and “heartbreaking”, and struggled to cope with the loss of her baby. Melissa is now raising funds to provide hospitals with specialist equipment that allows families to spend more time with babies who have passed away. Her story highlights the need for more open discussions about loss and miscarriage, which are often taboo subjects.