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RCM welcomes introduction of baby loss certificates
The Royal College of Midwives (RCM) has welcomed the launch of baby loss certificates for parents who have experienced the loss of a baby before 24 weeks of pregnancy. From today parents in England can access the government’s voluntary scheme ...Maternity team call-out for NHS staff feedback on impact of staff baby loss policy
A Trust in Birmingham is asking for feedback from NHS staff who may have benefited from a policy to support staff after pregnancy loss that they introduced and pioneered two years ago.RCM part of coalition launching videos to support health staff on signs of life in extremely pre-term babies
Two videos to help health professionals in assessing, identifying, and documenting signs of life in extremely preterm babies have been published by a coalition of health organisations including the Royal College of Midwives (RCM).
RCM calls for urgent Government action on midwifery shortages
A step change is needed from the Government to once and for all end the longstanding and chronic midwifery shortages in England says the Royal College of Midwives (RCM).
UK bereavement care is inconsistent and under-resourced, report reveals
An audit of bereavement care provision in neonatal units across the UK reveals a wide variation in policies, procedures and resources.
Sands launches bereavement support app
Stillbirth and neonatal death charity Sands has launched an innovative new app to support bereaved parents, families and professionals in the UK.
New workplace law for parents of stillborn babies
Parents who suffer a stillbirth from 24 weeks’ gestation will be entitled to two weeks’ paid leave under a new law enshrined today (13 September).