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Table 6 Key areas of need or concern

From: Pregnancy and infant loss: a survey of families’ experiences in Ontario Canada

 

Question, phrase, or option

% - options

Top 10 areas

 

Reducing stigma or silence about pregnancy and infant loss

69% - selected this option

Automatic referral to bereavement or counseling supports for families after loss

66% - selected this option

More public awareness or education about the frequency and impact of pregnancy and infant loss

62% - selected this option

More public awareness or education about existing supports

59% - selected this option

Better follow-up by healthcare providers for families after loss

56% - selected this option

Better training for healthcare providers who care for families experiencing pregnancy and infant loss

55% - selected this option

Early pregnancy loss clinic

55% - selected this option

Availability of skilled and compassionate healthcare providers

53% - selected this option

Better mental health supports

51% - selected this option

More information in general about pregnancy and infant loss

51% - selected this option