For families who lost a child while pregnant, the government has extended the infant loss certificate program, which was first introduced in February.
The project, which was initially limited to parents who had lost a child since 2018, will now have no time limit.
Any parent who lost a child before 24 weeks, or 28 weeks if the loss occured before October 1992, will now have the option to seek for a certificate.
The certificates were created to acknowledge the impact of losing a child early in pregnancy. therefore are formal but not legally binding documents, and therefore are not required.
Pregnancy-related infant loss “may be deeply distressing – there is so much love and so many dreams for the future wrapped up in a tiny life,” according to Health Secretary Wes Streeting.
“I’m happy we can now guarantee that all parents, regardless of how long ago they lost their pregnancies, can apply for these certificates,” he continued.
“This government is committed to listening to women and families as we restructure the healthcare system to guarantee that everyone receives individualized, safe, and compassionate care.”
