MORE support for families affected by baby loss has been put in place at DGRI.
The hospital’s Rainbow Room has been enhanced thanks to donations from bereavement charity Sands.
The room, which is within the Women’s and Children’s Unit, is a space for families to have privacy and comfort in the days after losing their baby and to spend time with them before having to say goodbye.
New soft furnishings for the bedroom and sitting area have been added making it more comfortable, along with a table and chairs and new bedding liners for the cot.
Senior midwife Hannah Gray welcomed her and said: “As lead for bereavement care in maternity services, I’m delighted with the new additions to the Rainbow Room. Making this environment as comfortable as possible makes a real difference to parents and families.
“I’m so pleased that not only do we have two new white embroidered liners for the cot but it’s very special that they are handmade. A lot of time and care has gone into this lovely donation.”
Alison Hall, who founded D&G Sands and is a befriender, added: “We are so grateful to Hannah and all the staff who help and support bereaved families within DGRI. They ensure families receive the highest standard of care, and we know how appreciative they are of what D&G Sands provide for families in support and with the Rainbow Room.
“We all work hard as a team to try ease the suffering families feel at such a tragic time. To have a private, comfortable space available, away from the busy maternity ward, is so important and allows the family the privacy and time they need.
“D&G’s Sands are extremely grateful to everyone for their support in fundraising which allows us to continue to help bereaved families “
Meanwhile, dressmaker Lawrie McGill, who made the cot liners, said: “Such care and thought has gone into the Rainbow Room and with such attention to detail that I was delighted to have the privilege of making them.”
SPECIAL DONATIONS . . . midwife Hannah Gray with Alison Hall in the Rainbow Room
