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Bereavement Care and Support

Miscarriage

Miscarriage is the most common type of pregnancy loss. For many people who experience miscarriage it isn’t just a physical loss, but the loss of hopes and dreams for the future.

We appreciate that this is a very difficult and painful time, this leaflet aims to answer some of the many questions you will have about what has happened. Access the leaflet by clicking here.

Bereavement Support

The Mid Yorks NHS Bereavement Team can provide you with information about bereavement support services and practice advice about the things you may need to do following a bereavement. To find out more and access this support, please visit Mid Yorks NHS – Bereavement.

How to register the loss of a baby

If you suffer the loss of a baby before 24 weeks in the pregnancy, you are able to get a certificate in memory of your baby. Please visit gov.uk/request-baby-loss-certificate to request a certificate.

For information on how to register a stillbirth, please visit the following page: Register a death – Wakefield Council.