James Young

Ride for Thomas & Thacker

Fundraising for Twins Trust
£1,481
raised of £500 target
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Event: Ride London 2023, on 28 May 2023
In memory of Thomas & Thacker Amberton-Young
Twins Trust Research
Campaign by Twins Trust (RCN 1076478)
Raising money for research into TTTS, TAPS, TRAPS and other complicated pregnancies effecting multiple birth pregnancies to help save babies’ lives.

Story

On 21-Aug 2020 Catriona and I lost our identical twin boys, Thomas and Thacker, to TTTS. It happened very quickly and we had no warning.

Twin to Twin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS) is a rare but life-threatening condition that affects around 15% of identical twins that share a placenta. Research is helping to build a true picture of TTTS cases in the UK and the survival rates for them. This invaluable data supports future ongoing research into TTTS including the longer-term consequences of individual treatments.

It has been an incredibly difficult time following the death of our boys. We thought a lot about how exciting our future with them was going to be. We feel lucky that we had the time that we did with them and cherish every single one of those memories.

Catriona and I would appreciate any support that you could provide to help ensure fewer people have to suffer the agony of suddenly, and inexplicably, losing their children as we did.

About the campaign

Raising money for research into TTTS, TAPS, TRAPS and other complicated pregnancies effecting multiple birth pregnancies to help save babies’ lives.

About the charity

Twins Trust

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RCN 1076478
Twins Trust is the only UK-wide charity working to improve the lives of twins, triplets, and more & their families. We campaign to improve health outcomes; fund clinical research to reduce the risks faced at birth, and provide practical support & information to families, including those in crisis.

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+ £315.00 Gift Aid
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