Register a neonatal baby

Registration of neonatal babies

For babies who die after birth, even if they live for a very short time, both birth and death must be registered.

There is a legal requirement for deaths to be registered within 5 days after the confirmation from the Medical Examiner or the Coroner has been received by the Registration Service. You may also be able to register your baby’s birth during the same appointment.

Getting support when your baby dies

SANDS, the stillbirth and neonatal death charity, supports anyone who's been affected by the death of a baby before, during or shortly after birth. They work with families throughout the UK to offer emotional and practical support for parents, grandparents and siblings.