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New Daisy Suite Opens for Bereaved Parents
7 Feb
Summary
- A new maternity bereavement building is under construction.
- The project surpassed its £150,000 fundraising goal.
- The suite will offer a private space for emotional and practical support.
Work has begun on the construction of a new maternity bereavement building, named the Daisy Suite, at Northampton General Hospital. This initiative by Northamptonshire Health Charity aims to create a dedicated private, calm, and compassionate space for families who have experienced the loss of a baby.
The project successfully surpassed its £150,000 fundraising target, with the suite set to provide enhanced care and support. Bereavement midwives will be able to offer emotional and practical assistance in a setting away from the main maternity ward.
Currently, parents dealing with the loss of a baby often have to visit the maternity day unit for follow-up appointments, which can exacerbate their distress. The new Daisy Suite will offer parents a private environment to talk with clinical teams, ensuring they feel supported away from a busy ward.
The charity expressed gratitude to supporters for helping bring the Daisy Suite closer to reality. They noted that additional funds are still needed to continue providing enhanced care and privacy for families at both Northampton and Kettering General Hospitals.
