Bereavement in Obstetrics

Synopsis: Consists of two programmes - LOSS BEFORE LIFE - an interview with a couple who discuss their experiences and feelings following a miscarriage, and NOT TOO SMALL TO MOURN, a drama documentary about a late in-utero death.
Language: English
Country: Great Britain
Year of production: 1989 1993
Uses: Nursing staff and medical students
Subjects: Medical sciences; Mental Health and Counselling
Keywords: bereavement; miscarriage; obstetrics; stillbirth

Title: Loss before life
Synopsis: Following a brief introduction (less than a minute) this programme is a recording of an interview with a couple discussing their experiences and feelings following a miscarriage. Since first interview was made, the couple have endured two more miscarriages but now have a baby girl. A follow-up interview with the family provides an opportunity to hear on their reflections about the miscarriages and the way it influences their feelings towards their baby. Made in 1989.
Duration: 15 mins
Title: Not too small to mourn
Synopsis: Drama documentary of late in-utero death. Commentary highlights teaching points. The story line is simple - Jo begins to feel there is something wrong. The story unfolds to show how the staff handle the situation. There are many practical guidelines that any department could adopt.
Duration: 20 mins

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