Perinatal Loss

The death of a baby is one of the most painful experiences anyone can imagine. This practical, compassionate text guides professionals in providing the best possible carethrough the physical and emotional pain of a pregnancy loss from early miscarriage to neonataldeath, enabling patients and their families to grieve. Written by two professionals with extensive experience in the field, the book inspiresconfidence for those confronted with this challenging task. It focuses on common issuesthat inhibit good care and addresses the traditionally difficult topics. Healthcare staff assistingpatients during this time often require support of their own and this is also addressed withconstructive, inspirational approaches and ideas for professional training. Perinatal Loss: a handbook for working with women and their families offers insights, informationand support for managing pregnancy loss for all professionals and students including nurses,sonographers, midwives, doctors (including obstetricians and general practitioners), chaplainsand morticians. 'This is an important and warmly welcomed book which thoroughly endorses the key aims of Sands(Stillbirth & Neonatal Death Society). In particular, it demonstrates a forceful commitment to improvingcare for bereaved families whilst acknowledging the difficult task that staff undertake when caring forthem. This handbook encompasses all aspects of perinatal loss, giving due care and attention to the manydifferent circumstances and exploring the thoughts and feelings which are experienced when a baby dies atany gestation.' From the Foreword by Julia Gray