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COntinuing care in COVID-19 Outbreak: A global survey of New and expectant parent experiences.
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Publication of a new Stillbirth CRE series
We are excited to announce the publication of a new 10-part series in the journal, Women and Birth: Journal of the Australian College of Midwives.
The series, titled Stillbirth in Australia, includes six papers written by members of the Stillbirth CRE. In this series, we present an overview of the establishment of the Stillbirth CRE and highlight the key activities that led to the development of a National Stillbirth Action and Implementation Plan. We also discuss the Safer Baby Bundle initiative and inequities for families from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and migrant and refugee backgrounds. Public awareness, respectful, parent-centred care and the future of stillbirth research and education are also highlighted throughout the series.
The series is now available via the Women and Birth website.
Moving Faster to End Preventable Newborn Deaths and Stillbirths by 2030
The Stillbirth CRE welcomes the World Health Organization and UNICEF's Every Newborn Coverage Targets 2020-2025. We hope to see more signs of progress as the Safer Baby Bundle rolls out in Queensland and Western Australia later in the year.
2020 National Stillbirth Forum - Focus on Stillbirth Prevention and Care
A big thank you to our speakers and all who attended our National Stillbirth Forum webinar series! The series was an enormous success and we look forward to seeing you again next year!
Call to share data and help vulnerable newborns worldwide
The Centre for Maternal, Adolescent, Reproductive & Child Health at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine are calling for collaborative sharing of data to address new work on the frequency and outcomes of phenotypes of vulnerable newborns.
The Centre is using a collaborative approach involving governments, academics, WHO and UNICEF. It will help set jointly agreed priorities to improve data quality and use of data in programmes for vulnerable newborns all over the world.
Reliable, individual-level data are needed including each newborn having birthweight and gestational age, as well as the relationship to neonatal or infant mortality.
For more information, or to get involved in this important initiative, please click here.
International Stillbirth Alliance COVID-19 Resources
The International Stillbirth Alliance is closely following the latest global data, research and advisories related to COVID-19. For the latest advice on pregnancy and COVID-19, please click here.
National Stillbirth Action and Implementation Plan - public consultation
Keep up to date on the National Stillbirth Action and Implementation Plan.
Our Goal
To reduce the number of stillbirths that occur after 28 weeks’ gestation, and to improve the quality of care received by families whose baby is stillborn.
IMPROVE eLearning Launch
On Wednesday 4th November, The Stillbirth CRE will launch the IMPROVE learning module – an online training package designed to support healthcare professionals responding to women and families who have experienced stillbirth, conduct perinatal autopsy and mortality reviews, and communicate with bereaved parents.
We invite you to join the virtual event at 6pm Sydney time, which will include an overview of the training content by Professor Adrienne Gordon, presentation by bereaved parent and Stillbirth Foundation Ambassador Ann-Maree Imrie, and formal launch by Nicole Flint MP on behalf of Federal Minister for Health, Greg Hunt.
For more information, please click here.
Safer Baby Bundle Launch
After postponing the Safer Baby Bundle launch events in Queensland and Western Australia earlier in the year due to COVID-19, we are pleased to announce new dates in October and November.
The Safer Baby Bundle will launch in Queensland on the 28th and 29th of October, and on the 3rd of November in Western Australia.
For more information about the Safer Baby Bundle, please click here.
Ending preventable stillbirths: A renewed call for collective action
On Wednesday 21st October, The Stillbirth CRE will partner with UNICEF and WHO for the virtual launch of the first ever global stillbirth estimates report.
The launch event will take place from 11pm AEDT/10pm QLD time, with Dr Katie Allen MP speaking on behalf of Health Minister, Greg Hunt, and worldwide experts, parents and organisations discussing results of the report. For more information, please click here.
Safer Baby Bundle COVID-19 Resources
New Safer Baby Bundle COVID-19 resources have been released. These resources are designed to ensure women are still receiving important messages about stillbirth prevention during COVID-19.
COVID-19 Update
We understand the COVID-19 pandemic is worrying for pregnant women and their families. From the limited evidence to date, it seems that pregnant women do not appear to be more severely affected by COVID-19 than the general population. The risk of coronavirus (COVID-19) to your baby appears very small.
All pregnant women and their families should follow the latest government advice. This includes regular hand washing, good hygiene and social distancing. If you have concerns, contact your healthcare professional.
The latest information for pregnant women and their families on COVID-19 can be found at:
- The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG)
- The Australian Department of Health
COVID-19 Research
The Institute of Tropical Medicine (ITM) in Antwerp Belgium is conducting important global research to understand how health professionals providing care to pregnant, labouring, and postnatal women and their babies have been affected by the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak. If you can help, please complete this online survey
Federal Funding Announced for Stillbirth Education and Awareness Campaign
The Federal Government is investing $3 million to improve community education and awareness about stillbirth. The Stillbirth CRE will deliver a range of education and awareness activities as well as strategies to target women with the highest rate of stillbirth in Australia.
