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Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC)
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The only national charity providing non-directive support & information to expectant and bereaved parents through antenatal screening and diagnosis.
ARC’s 2025 Christmas Appeal: Breaking Down Barriers

This Christmas, we’re asking for your help to break down the barriers preventing families and the professionals caring for them from accessing clear, compassionate and inclusive information: buff.ly/BvslGnZ
December 2, 2025 at 6:00 PM
We offer support for those facing the difficult decisions and losses that can follow a prenatal diagnosis. You can reach out to our helpline team at 020 7713 7486 or email us at info@arc-uk.org.
November 30, 2025 at 9:00 AM
We love seeing photos of our amazing fundraisers in the ARC vest! Here we have Martyn, Michael, Rachel, Simon and Jane, all of whom have taken on fundraising challenges for us this year 💜

Contact Katy (katy@arc-uk.org) for any fundraising queries! Join #TeamARC today!
November 28, 2025 at 6:30 PM
We’re pleased to announce our new partnership with Clear Voice and their trusted language services.

Get in touch with us via email (info@arc-uk.org) if someone in your care would like to speak to a member of our helpline team through an interpreter.
November 26, 2025 at 1:02 PM
TFMR can be an isolating experience, but support is available. To speak to our experienced helpline team, call 020 7713 7486 or email info@arc-uk.org.
November 23, 2025 at 9:00 AM
We know it can be a difficult wait for a specialist #prenatal #fetalmedicine appointment. We don't give medical advice but we can help you work out what you might want to ask so you make the most of the consultation. 020 7713 7486 info@arc-uk.org
November 22, 2025 at 8:00 AM
'Twilight Partridge in a Pear Tree' is available to purchase on our website! 💜 🎄

Buying Christmas cards through ARC helps support our services. Visit - buff.ly/6KaNAxz to get yours today!
November 20, 2025 at 6:01 PM
We offer extended helpline hours on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 8-10 pm.

To speak to our team during these hours, please email info@arc-uk.org to schedule a time.
November 18, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Join us for the last Case Café of 2025! We will be discussing third-trimester scans. More scans are now carried out in the third trimester to monitor fetal growth. This can come with capacity challenges and the distress of late diagnoses. How can we best meet these challenges? buff.ly/RBSXIei
November 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM
It is your decision whether or not to have NHS #screening tests when pregnant. ARC can help you consider your options. To speak to our trained team, call 020 7713 7486 or email info@arc-uk.org.
November 13, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Save the Date!

Our 2026 conference for healthcare professionals will take place on 25 September in Central London.

We already have a great line-up of speakers, with plenty more to be added. We look forward to sharing more details soon!
November 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Order free ARC contact cards, bereavement cards and helpline posters for your antenatal/fetal medicine unit. Email info@arc-uk.org to get yours sent out this week.
November 9, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Technology marches on, but #prenatal scans and genetic tests do not always provide a diagnosis or a clear outlook for a baby’s development. Our helpline team cannot take the uncertainty away, but we are here to listen and for support. Call 020 7713 7486 or email info@arc-uk.org.
November 8, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Our helpline is available on Tuesday and Thursday evenings between 8-10 pm. To arrange a call, email info@arc-uk.org and our helpline team will get back to you ASAP.
November 6, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Our Research Associate, Hannah, is at the British Society for Genetic Medicine Annual Conference.

She’ll have some ARC resources available to take away, as well as a poster showcasing key findings from our TFMR care survey.

If you’re attending, do pop by and say hello!
November 5, 2025 at 10:21 AM
We offer extended helpline hours on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 8-10 pm.

To speak to our team during these hours, please email info@arc-uk.org to schedule a time.
November 4, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Our Christmas card design, 'Moonlit Santa', is available to buy on our website! 💜 🎄

Buying Christmas cards through ARC helps support our services. Visit the ARC shop to get yours today! buff.ly/wpj4Di4
November 2, 2025 at 9:00 AM
ARC offers non-directive information and support to those who are considering their #prenataltesting options. Call our helpline team if you have any questions on 0207 713 7486, email info@arc-uk.org or text 07908 683004.
November 1, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Today, we say goodbye to our wonderful Coordinator for Scotland, Karen, who is retiring after 11 amazing years at ARC 💜

Karen has been such a valued part of our team. We’ll miss her greatly but wish her the very best in this exciting new chapter, which will hopefully include lots of relaxing!
October 31, 2025 at 1:05 PM
We have years of experience in helping expectant parents who are going through or have been through difficult times in pregnancy and supporting those around them too. For more information on how ARC could support family, friends and employers, visit
Family, friends and employers – Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC)
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October 30, 2025 at 10:27 AM
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October 28, 2025 at 6:01 PM
We have extended helpline hours on Tuesday and Thursday evenings between 8 - 10 pm. This is to try to ensure everyone can access our services.

To arrange a call, email info@arc-uk.org, and our helpline team will get back to you ASAP to confirm.
October 28, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Our 2026 healthcare professional training dates in LONDON are now available for booking! Book all three days and receive a discount!

Visit the training section of our website for more information: buff.ly/WE161JC
Training and events – Antenatal Results and Choices (ARC)
ARC training is informed by the contact and feedback ARC has had from parents over the last three decades, and research in the field. The training affords practitioners the opportunity to reflect on…
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October 25, 2025 at 7:01 AM
Book your FREE place for our next student session taking place on Wednesday, 5th November, 1 - 2 pm.

This 1-hour session for midwifery students will focus on delivering high-quality care through antenatal screening, testing and diagnosis.

Sign up today! buff.ly/G6NNYkz
October 22, 2025 at 7:00 AM
We offer extended helpline hours on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 8-10 pm.

To speak to our team during these hours, please email info@arc-uk.org to schedule a time.
October 21, 2025 at 4:04 PM