Table 8 Debriefing and Follow-up appointment

Debriefing and Follow-up appointment

ᅟShould occur in a timely fashion

ᅟLed by someone experienced in bereavement

ᅟContinuity is useful – doctor/midwife that have met the family before

ᅟUse of baby’s name

ᅟCause of stillbirth should be discussed

ᅟReassurance that it was not the parents fault is important

ᅟAcknowledgement and apologies should be made if there were mistakes

ᅟThe primary focus should be on the stillborn pregnancy, but future pregnancy should still be discussed including; psychological impact, stress of next pregnancy, antenatal care in future pregnancies