Beautiful Astrid was “simply perfect” when she joined her mum, dad and two sisters who’d been excitedly awaiting her arrival. As the family waited to be discharged with their baby girl the following day, a midwife made a devastating discovery. Mum Amelia shares the heart-wrenching journey that led to Bluebell Wood becoming Astrid’s forever home. Read more
Reece’s life may have been short, but his legacy of kindness and bravery continues to inspire all who had the privilege of knowing him. Proud dad David shares their story and explains how he’ll always treasure the memories they made at Bluebell Wood. Read more
Finlay’s family faced the unthinkable prospect of their little boy’s first day being his last. But their courageous ‘little miracle’ had other ideas, and has been defying the odds ever since. Mums Abbie and Lisa share how Finlay spreads sunshine and melts hearts wherever he goes. Read more
Cheeky Preston loves spending time in his room and watching videos on YouTube, like many other teenagers. But since he was diagnosed with a complex degenerative condition at 18-months-old, he’s gradually lost the ability to move, speak and do most of the things many of us take for granted... Read more
Families are at the heart of everything we do here at Bluebell Wood. Whether they want to have a fun-filled and action-packed day or a cup of tea and a chat; we’re here for them.
Find out more about children and young people from Sheffield who visit Bluebell Wood, and how you can fundraise in your local area to support them.
Being here gives us a chance to play with Harrison, enjoy a freshly cooked lunch and meet up with other families. It’s really nice feeling that we don’t stand out and that we’re all in a similar boat.
Faced with an uncertain future after being diagnosed with a rare chromosome deletion disorder at six months old, Evie Mae and her family have since found love, care and support at Bluebell Wood. Mum Keeley shares their story and explains how she's loved watching her little girl grow at Bluebell Wood. Read more
Four month old Lily died at Bluebell Wood in February 2017 after being born with a rare heart condition. Her mum and dad, Ella and Ryan, call the hospice their lifeline, and they still visit with their son, Oliver. Read more
Chester and Rhianna were born at just 26 weeks old in 2009, and they spent their first year in hospital fighting for their lives. Chester has brain damage and Hirschsprung disease, which means he can’t pass poo normally, and now visits Bluebell Wood for short breaks. His mum and dad, Lisa and Ian, tell his story: Read more
Olivia is a bubbly, chatty teenager who loves singing, and all things Harry Potter. She lives in Sheffield with her mum and dad, Michelle and Russell, and her brothers, Harry and Finley, and loves spending time at Bluebell Wood. Read more
Ivy Morris was born in August 2016, and passed away at Bluebell Wood when she was just eight weeks old. Her mum and dad, Gary and Alana, tell the story of their beautiful little girl. Read more
Sienna, from Sheffield, was born prematurely at 34 weeks in April 2011. Her mum, Sara, tells her story: Read more
Junior was born in August 2012 at just 24 weeks old. He has hydrocephalus and can’t speak, walk or hear. His mammas, Colleen and Alison, share his story. Read more
This is the story of amazing Mr Joe, who sadly passed away at home on 30th May 2015. Joe was born with an undiagnosed neurological syndrome and for several years came to Bluebell Wood for respite, where he could relax and enjoy sensory play. Read more
Lara has been visiting Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice since she was born and often stays for respite. Her infectious smile can light up a room. Read more
Before Leona was born, her parents knew there was a high likelihood she could inherit the same extremely rare genetic condition as two of her three siblings. She visits Bluebell Wood Children’s Hospice for respite. Read more