Childbirth Education for Parents Experiencing Pregnancy after Perinatal Loss
Expectant parents who have experienced previous perinatal loss have special concerns, which can be partially addressed by modifying prepared childbirth education courses. This article presents a review of current literature, highlighting the unique needs of expectant parents who have
experienced previous pregnancy loss. Modifications to traditional childbirth education courses are suggested, which include addressing parents' grief, managing anxiety, and facilitating communication with health-care providers and others.
Keywords: childbirth education; pregnancy after perinatal loss
Document Type: Research Article
Publication date: 01 September 2005
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