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What is a stillbirth?

A stillbirth is when a baby is born without signs of life after 24 weeks of pregnancy. If a baby dies shortly after birth, as Felix did, it's referred to as a neonatal death. Both are devastating losses, and the story touches on the profound grief and the vital role of support services for families during such difficult times.

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Russell Howard and wife Cerys Morgan's baby Felix died shortly after birth

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