Bereavement communication around baby loss

This short but powerful training is designed for professionals and practitioners who may come into contact with individuals or families who have experienced the death of a baby, but who do not provide ongoing bereavement support.

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Training overview

This short but powerful training is designed for professionals and practitioners who may come into contact with individuals or families who have experienced the death of a baby, but who do not provide ongoing bereavement support. Whether you’re a receptionist, paramedic, social worker, or anyone whose role might involve brief contact with bereaved families, this course will help you feel more confident in responding with sensitivity and care. 

Through a selection of video and written resources, the course explores the principles of compassionate communication and how to engage with families during an emotionally vulnerable time. The training offers practical guidance on what to say, and what not to say, when supporting someone in the immediate aftermath of baby loss. 

You’ll gain a foundational understanding of perinatal loss, how grief may present differently for each individual, and how to respond in a respectful, empathetic, and professional way. It also includes helpful signposting options for bereaved families who may want additional emotional or specialist support. 

Cost per person: £12

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Key skills

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Understand the meaning and emotional impact of perinatal loss. 
  • Recognise basic grief responses and how they may affect communication.
  • Communicate with bereaved families in a thoughtful, supportive, and appropriate manner. 
  • Avoid common pitfalls and language that may unintentionally cause harm.
  • Signpost to trusted sources of further help and support.
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    What professionals say about our training

    I am more aware of trauma informed care as a result of this training and will be more mindful of creating a safe environment for my families.

    Midwife
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    What professionals say about our training

    I have much more understanding and confidence to have discussions around bereavement.

    Midwife

    Important note

    This course contains content that overlaps with our understanding grief and providing effective support course. They are designed for different professional roles.

    If your role involves brief or one-off interactions with bereaved families, we recommend bereavement communication around baby loss.

    If you provide ongoing or regular support to bereaved families, we recommend understanding grief and providing effective support.

    We do not recommend booking both courses. Please choose the one most relevant to your role. 

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