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Sofie Mørk1,2, Natasia Nørskov Hindsbak2, Maja O'Connor3
1Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark.
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Pregnancy loss is a traumatic experience, and the quality of care can vary significantly across healthcare settings. However, evidence on the impact of different types of care on psychological outcomes is limited. This study examined the relationship between specialized care for parents experiencing pregnancy or neonatal loss and the level of Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD) and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) symptoms, as well as the role of midwifery support, one month post-loss. Using longitudinal data from 732 Danish parents who experienced a loss between 2016 and 2021, we found that 22.5% (n = 165) received specialized care. Compared to standard care, specialized care was associated with fewer PGD and PTSD symptoms. Additionally, parents who received specialized care reported significantly higher levels of midwifery support, with variation by type of loss (miscarriage/termination/stillbirth/neonatal death). While this study indicates benefits from specialized care for bereaved parents, further studies should be conducted to consolidate these findings.
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