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My beautiful daughter has gone

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cathpip · 10/04/2014 09:17

Pippa passed away in the early hours of this morning after a viral infection led to blood poisoning, she was 3 years old. Her and her big brother were so excited as 10 days ago I had a baby. I am so utterly lost and heartbroken.

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IwishIwasmoreorganised · 10/04/2014 22:20

Cath. How can life be so cruel? To go from the excitement of adding another to your family to having one of your precious brood so cruelly taken away in such a short space of time is beyond. Beyond belief, beyond cruel.....

Much love to all of you.

Xxx

ScrambledSmegs · 10/04/2014 22:23

I am so sorry for your devastating loss, Cathpip. Those words sound so trite when I read your post about your amazing, beautiful, unique Pippa.

My thoughts are with you and your family tonight xxx

clucky80 · 10/04/2014 22:31

I'm so sorry for your loss, thinking of you and your family x

changeforthebetter · 10/04/2014 22:32

I am so sorry. RIP Pippa Thanks

magimedi · 10/04/2014 22:33

I have no words for you, but just want you to know that I am holding you & your family in my thoughts.

Pippa looks just so lovely - such a tragedy.

Atbeckandcall · 10/04/2014 22:35

Pippa looks utterly gorgeous in the photo. I'm devastated for you and your family. No words that can said or written will ease your pain right now, but there will always be someone here who will listen and hold your hand if it becomes too overwhelming.

I'm so sorry. My prayers are for you, your family and close ones.

cafecito · 10/04/2014 22:38

cathpip. words cannot even begin to soften the searing agony and disbelief you are facing in this tragedy. It's unbearable. My daughter died 5 years ago this week (initially viral cause) I had a new baby soon after which was extremely difficult to deal with on maternity leave, every day was tortured and contorted to avoid facing it as truth; no trips to the park I went with her, no trips for a latte in avoidance of the idiot remarks of others, no packing of her clothes, a fractured bond with the baby, and some very frosty responses in baby groups on the rare occasion I braved the world and dared to say it was my second. My whole existence was shattered and fragmented. I would recommend finding good support , I was able to see someone at the hospital for a few months who had been there. I later had a breakdown and a complete reevaluation of my life - but here I am, half a decade on. I'm trying my best, because I was privileged to spend the time I did with DD, and because I've got to be, because now I am taking up my place and carrying her flag too. Your love for Pippa is enduring; you will forever have Pippa with you. I am so so sorry for such a cruel and senseless loss of a wonderful child and send you my deepest condolences.

Keepcalmanddrinkwine · 10/04/2014 22:43

I am so. so sorry for your loss.

morethanmama · 10/04/2014 22:45

So sorry. Thinking of you and your darling Pippa. X

ormirian · 10/04/2014 22:46

Oh cathpip, my lovely, I am so sorry xx

bionic77 · 10/04/2014 22:47

So very very sorry to read this Cathpip. My heart goes out to you and your family. I don't know you nor you know me but tonight you are in my thoughts xx

cafecito · 10/04/2014 22:53

I recommend child death helpline, or even Samaritans if you want to let it all out and nobody else is there. winstonswish may be helpful for your DS. Let others do as much practical stuff as you can. You may find it helpful to tell us what happened and what you remember. The thread here is a safe place, you will be understood. I am struggling to articulate, it is so sudden nothing will mean anything right now, in fact, just put one foot in front of the other, slowly. candle will be lit for Pippa in London tonight.

TeaMakesItAllPossible · 10/04/2014 22:54

I am very, very sorry.

Pippa looks beautiful.

TrueToYou · 10/04/2014 22:57

There are no words I can say to ease your pain or lessen the loss. I am so sad to hear of your devastating news, I hope you find strength to cope for your beautiful boys, and I truly hope you have the support you need to get through this horrific time. X x X

Cuddlecouch · 10/04/2014 22:57

Beautiful child. So so sorry cath. Thinking of you tonight.

ChishandFips33 · 10/04/2014 22:58

Unbelievably cruel and tragic. Thoughts are with you and your family.

Take time for you and allow yourself to grieve in whatever way feels right for you and remember people are here for you anytime if the night and day.

threelittlebigpigs · 10/04/2014 22:59

Just awful. I am so sorry for the loss of your dear little girl.

chickydoo · 10/04/2014 23:01

Bless you, words are not enough. I am so sorry for your loss.

ClaudiaWinklepants · 10/04/2014 23:04

I am so very sorry to hear about your beautiful daughter, Pippa. My thoughts are with you and all your family during this time.

puffylovett · 10/04/2014 23:04

So sorry for you, she looked a beautiful bundle of cheekiness Sad.. Heartbreaking (())

PhDmummy · 10/04/2014 23:08

Life can be so cruel. So very, very sorry x x

Wildhorses123 · 10/04/2014 23:08

So very, very sorry. What a tragic loss. Your daughter looks beautiful. Sending love to you and your family. Xx

Manchesterhistorygirl · 10/04/2014 23:09

I'm so sorry for your loss.

ImAMonkeyMess · 10/04/2014 23:10

So sorry. Hope you find the support here helpful over the coming days. Life is just so incredibly unfair sometimes and I'm so sad for your loss. Do take care.

knittedslippersx3 · 10/04/2014 23:10

So sorry, sending you love and strength xx