Caring for families experiencing perinatal loss– AKG: a WA Health Excellence Award Finalist

Armadale Kalamunda Group midwife Kristine Tetlaw was recently named as a finalist in the 2019 WA Health Excellence Awards for her efforts to educate the multidisciplinary healthcare team about the perinatal loss experience and how to best care for these families during this very sad time.

Since her appointment to the role of Perinatal Loss midwife, Kristine has streamlined processes and information for staff, enabling them to deliver consistent care and information to families.

The outcome is families that feel safe and supported at a vulnerable time.

As part of her vision for the perinatal loss service and recognising the importance of acknowledging stillborn babies, Kristine developed and led the creation of a hospital memorial garden.

Importantly, the Armadale Hospital community now has a purpose built reflective place for parents experiencing perinatal loss.

Congratulations on your achievements Kristine!