I have completed bereavement training with Cruse Bereavement Support and additional training about baby loss and supporting pregnancy after loss with Sands. I have supported families after pregnancy and baby loss and after the loss of a child. I have also supported parents after the loss of their own parent, particularly mothers who do not have the support of their own mother during pregnancy and the postnatal period.
This informs my everyday support with families, as I am aware how any issues relating to bereavement may affect families. I have found that parents feelings naturally come up when I am talking to them and they welcome a ‘listening ear’, to share their feelings. Also separate sessions can be arranged, either antenatally or postnatally, where I can support parents in a more structured and focussed way.