England Introduces Baby Loss Certificates

The new scheme offers official recognition for parents grieving miscarriages before 24 weeks, aiming to acknowledge their loss and provide support.

Parents in England can now apply for baby loss certificates for miscarriages occurring before 24 weeks of pregnancy.
The certificates, which are not legal documents, aim to formally recognize the grief and loss experienced by parents.
Eligibility for the certificates extends to losses since September 2018, with plans to expand this in the future.
The scheme has been welcomed by charities and campaigners, highlighting its potential to offer comfort and acknowledgment to bereaved parents.
Efforts to improve NHS care for parents experiencing early pregnancy loss include 73 recommendations from an independent review.