CRADLE works closely with hospitals and health services across the
UK to improve patient experience in clinical settings and empower health
professionals to provide compassionate, sensitive care for anyone
affected by pregnancy loss. Our NHS projects focus on training, clinical
pathways, health estates, and student education, ensuring professional,
empathetic support at every stage.

Key areas of our work include:

Training

We deliver training to health professionals across hospitals and universities to equip them with the skills and confidence to support patients experiencing pregnancy loss. Our training programmes:

• Improve patient experience through compassionate, informed care
• Empower staff with practical skills to support patients emotionally and clinically
• Promote best practices aligned with national bereavement care standards

CRADLE provides development and expert advice on pregnancy loss clinical pathways, helping hospitals implement best-practice care that is compassionate, consistent, and aligned with the NBCP National Bereavement Care Pathway. Our pathway work:

• Improves patient experience by integrating bereavement support at every stage of care
• Empowers health professionals with clear guidance and structured processes
• Supports hospitals in developing patient-centered care policies

Estates

We advise Health Estates teams, design consultants, and contractors on creating supportive and appropriate environments across health estates, helping to improve patient experience in clinical settings. Our estates guidance includes:

• Designing spaces that are safe, sensitive, and compassionate for patients and families
• Empowering staff to deliver care effectively within well-planned environments
• Providing recommendations for social impact and patient support through estates projects

Students

Our programmes provide education and guidance for students at hospitals and universities, preparing the next generation of professionals to deliver compassionate care and improve patient experience. Student-focused initiatives include:

• Training and workshops on bereavement care and pregnancy loss support
• Exposure to best practices in clinical and emotional support
• Mentorship opportunities to develop professional empathy, confidence, and understanding