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Supporting Parents through Pregnancy Loss and the Death of a Baby

Saunderton, Bucks

£99

To provide an opportunity for the participants to explore the impact that pregnancy loss and the death of a baby can have on the family, and to identify the communication skills required, as outlined in 'Pregnancy Loss and Death of a Baby: Guidelines for Professionals' 3rd edition Schott, Henley & Kohner: Sands 2007
Learning Outcomes
•   to explore and develop self-awareness in relation to loss
•   to recognise physical and emotional reactions to grief, including gender issues
•   to identify the potential impact on a couple's relationship
•   to identify the importance of robust bereavement policies and care pathways
•   to gain an understanding of how to enhance the care and support offered
    to siblings
•   to relate theories of grief to practices in the workplace
•   to gain insight into differing beliefs and cultures
•   to explore and experience ways to support ourselves and our colleagues
•   to gain information about the Child Bereavement Charity, other similar support
    organisations and resources available