This course aims to develop awareness, knowledge and understanding of the importance of providing parent-led, sensitive and empathic care for parents whose baby dies before, during or shortly  after birth. It is not intended to replace face-to-face training which facilitates the development of skills in this important area of care.

On completing this i-learn module you will:

• Identify the unique impact of grief in relation to pregnancy loss and the death of a baby for parents and their families
• Develop and use techniques to deliver bad news and communicate sensitively and effectively with bereaved parents
• Understand of the importance of empathetic care
• Learn how to support parents’ decision-making during times of stress
• Understand the importance of parent-led care
• Recognise the impact of pregnancy loss and the death of a baby on health professionals
• Recognise the importance of on-going support for bereaved parents and the potential impact of their loss on all subsequent pregnancies

This i-learn module contains a number of videos.

Please note this course is currently being updated, the new version will be launched as soon as possible.

Study time: 3.5 hours

Feedback from learners:

“The use of the film worked really well and brought the learning to reality. The interviews with bereaved parents were also extremely informative.”

“This was an excellent module appropriate information and will enhance my practice when dealing with bereaved parents.”

“Thank you for this thought provoking and sensitive training module.”

Original content: May 2015
Updated: September 2018