Kirsty-Leigh Porter has spoken about her struggle after losing her baby daughter.
The Hollyoaks actress recently shared the tragic news that she and her partner Paul lost her baby after she was delivered stillborn.
Kirsty shared an image on Instagram of a book called Saying Goodbye by Zoe Clark-Coates, which is to help those who have lost a child.
She wrote: "This week in particular has been a struggle.. tomorrow is Penny-Leigh Barber's due date – 5th March 2019.
"A date I spent saying over and over again, looking forward to with the most excitement, planning my whole life around. I've really had to pick myself up, and I am searching for any help."
She added: "Thankfully I remembered this book I received from the bereavement suite at the hospital. Written by @zoeadelle Just turning a few pages and reading the words of someone who understands your experience helps.
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"I recommend anyone who is going through this heartbreak to get hold of a copy."
Kirsty-Leigh and Paul confirmed in an Instagram post earlier this year that their baby girl had passed away in December.
"Our beautiful baby girl, Penny-Leigh Barber was born sleeping on the 21st of December 2018 at 6.49am, 29 weeks & 3 days young," she wrote.
"My heart has never felt pain like it. Sleep sweetly our angel. We will always love you. Love your Mummy & Daddy. My Everything."
Sands supports anyone affected by the death of a baby and has the aim to raise awareness and support bereaved families. You can contact the Sands National Helpline on 0808 164 3332 or email helpline@sands.org.uk.
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