Parents who lose a child during pregnancy can symbolically register their stillborn child in the star registry in Zwevegem. This registration, which has no legal consequences, offers parents the opportunity to give their child a visible and lasting place. The registration includes the first name and the date of the stillbirth.
There are two ways to register a star child: via the online form on the website of Zwevegem or by making an appointment with the Civil Affairs department. After registration, parents receive a certificate. They can also indicate whether they wish for their star child's name to be mentioned at the birth place.
The Civil Affairs department, located at Blokkestraat 29 in Zwevegem, is available to answer questions and provide further information. They can be reached by phone at 056 76 55 30 or by email at burgerzaken@zwevegem.be.
With the star registry, the municipality aims to offer parents a meaningful way to cherish and remember their star child, as a star child leaves a lasting place in the heart of the family.
