RCM welcomes parliamentary debate on baby loss and urges action to prevent future tragedies

The Royal College of Midwives (RCM) has welcomed Monday’s parliamentary debate on baby loss, taking place during Baby Loss Awareness Week, as an opportunity to reflect on the urgent improvements needed to maternity care.  Forty cross-party MPs spoke movingly in the three-hour debate, bringing to light the devastating impact of baby loss on families. Secretary […]

Reflections on Baby Loss Awareness Week

As Baby Loss Awareness Week comes to a close, Clare Livingstone, Head of Professional Policy and Practice at the RCM, reflects on what it means to midwives and maternity staff who are impacted.  Baby Loss Awareness Week (9-15 October) is a time for reflection, remembrance and compassion. It’s a week when families across the UK […]

RCM Cymru welcomes baby loss certificates in Wales

The Royal College of Midwives (RCM) Cymru has welcomed the introduction of baby loss certificates for parents in Wales who have experienced the loss of a baby before 24 weeks.  Until now, the certificates have only been available to parents in England, where they were introduced last year. The scheme, which is voluntary, allows parents […]