hi kate as a mid student i looked after  a stillbirth so my heart goes out to you, all you can do is talk with the woman and use all your skills of empathy and understanding.
regards sharon
 
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Sent: Thursday, November 25, 2004 8:07 PM
Subject: [ozmidwifery] Stillbirth memory ideas

Hi
 
I'm a first year BMid. A little over a month ago, one of my follow through women had stillborn twins. Because she is still quite ill (and in hospital), the funeral is yet to be held and we have just starting to talk about momentos. We've covered a lot, but I wanted any other ideas.
 
We've talked about:
 
  • photos
  • foot, hand & lip prints
  • hair & nail clippings
  • body tracing
  • hospital bracelets
  • cot name cards
  • cord clamps
  • tape measure
  • blanket
  • clothing
  • anything that has come into contact with the babies
  • memory box
Any other ideas would be gratefully received.
 
Kate

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