A qualitative study of bereaved parents and healthcare professionals on perinatal loss.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Perinatal loss, encompassing stillbirth and neonatal death, can have profound physical and psychological consequences for parents. Effective communication by healthcare professionals during this sensitive period is critical. This study aimed to explore how bereaved parents and professionals experienced verbal and non-verbal communication during perinatal loss.

Methods

A qualitative, in-depth interview study following grounded theory principles was conducted in Flanders, Belgium, between January and June 2021. Participants were purposively selected via a hospital ward. Face-to-face (n=8) and online (n=13) interviews were carried out by two midwife researchers who were aware of potential biases related to personal/professional interests. A group of bereaved parent

SUBMITTER: Jansens J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11656490 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature