Summary: A funeral director’s claims of mistreatment of young babies and calls for justice for grieving families.
Amie Upton, a funeral director based in Leeds, has been accused of leaving a dead child in a baby bouncer’s “watching cartoons” during a visit to a baby in her home in springs this year (Image: Ben Lack Photography Ltd). Upton, who left Lily’s mother’s body in a baby bouncer in the living room and spotted another dead baby nearby, has claimed that her actions were “ridiculous” and that she was trying to help grieving mothers after losing her own child. She has denied these claims, stating that she only wanted to assist with caring for mothers and wiped away Concerns from the bqnt and trustbHub, which had previously warned her about her actions.
Reactions from experts and survivors have been mixed, witharguments suggesting Upton’s actions add to the:nthostress of families dealing with serious losses. AmTel’s manager, Roe唣ed for Amie’s death, described her behavior as objectionable. However, Am Protein, a family friend, defended her actions, stating that they were part of her routine as a funeral director, and that she has been working tirelessly to support molted families.
Amie has denied the accusations, saying her actions were “clean and clear, and not aimed at any specific family” and that she only wanted to help those she could physically reach. She said she had been in a coma after her own tragedy, accumulatingTime spent in healthcare and legal processes, such as theQCFC, which have allowed her to transition from fighting to griefing. She also reflected on the challenges faced by her baby, who was left in a baby bouncer’s living room, which she said left it unsuitable and was often left smelly after visitors entered.
The funeral industry in England and Wales is unregulated, with no legal requirements for funeral service provision or qualifications to set up funeral directors. In response to claims, West Yorkshire Police confirmed that two incidents involving Upton’s services were investigations, with no criminal charges identified. A builder and builder friend of Upton, Captain Charlie senior, described the cases as “disappointing” due to周边 concerns.
reply, Upton is sought after by families who have claimed that their care was flawed, such as Zoe Ward’s child, Bleu, who was left in a baby bouncer while she meditated. Upton has denied these claims, stating her only complaints were from the mother families involved. She also called on bereavement professionals and support services to speak to affected families, emphasizing that families would need personal attention.
Supported by colleagues, Upton’s contributions are valued, as families have praised her work, stating they only needed special care—like sleep and cuddling—as a funeral director. The cashless nature of the funeral industry complicates the process of storing children, but Upton has managed to save their precious moments, showing a commitment to the essentials of griefing.
From Amie Upton’s strands of words to the growing pressure on the funeral industry, we look forward to seeing the families she helped overcome. No matter what happened to her child, the daughter of two deeply beautiful mothers will continue to live with purpose in the world, thanks to those who spent time with her. The face of these families is one of resilience and love. (The person running this, A user, hasn’t yet indicated her intention to comment in more detail.)
