Compassionate NHS projects with CRADLE

How CRADLE supports health services

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.

NHS hospital environment

Key areas of our work

Our NHS projects are focused across four core areas, ensuring consistent, compassionate support at every stage.

01

Training

We deliver training that equips professionals with the confidence and skills to support patients experiencing pregnancy loss.

  • Improve patient experience through informed, compassionate care
  • Build practical emotional and clinical confidence
  • Promote best practice aligned with national standards
02

Pathway development

Expert advice on pregnancy loss clinical pathways to help hospitals implement structured, patient-centred care.

  • Embed bereavement support at every stage of care
  • Create clearer guidance and more consistent processes
  • Support policy and pathway development around patients
03

Estates

Advising estates teams, design consultants, and contractors on safe, supportive environments across health settings.

  • Create sensitive and appropriate clinical spaces
  • Support better planning for care delivery
  • Increase social impact through thoughtful design
04

Students

Preparing the next generation of professionals through education, workshops, and mentorship in compassionate care.

  • Bereavement care teaching and workshops
  • Best practice in clinical and emotional support
  • Mentorship that builds empathy and confidence

Developing confident, compassionate professionals

We support learning and development beyond formal training, helping individuals build confidence, empathy, and practical understanding in real-world care environments.

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

Here For Every Loss.

Compassionate guidance and practical support for anyone affected by pregnancy loss, and for those supporting them.