Stay Prepared for the Unexpected

Free Doula Checklist for Supporting Families Through Stillbirth

As a doula, you may be called to support families during one of the most difficult moments in their lives—the loss of a baby. Having a plan in place can make all the difference in providing compassionate and effective care with confidence! This free, downloadable checklist ensures you're prepared with the right tools when the need arises.

What This Checklist Will Help You Do:

• Provide Comprehensive Support: From diagnosis to discharge, this checklist covers every critical step, ensuring you can guide families through the heart-wrenching experience of stillbirth with care and competence.
• Navigate Hospital Support with Confidence: Clear steps to take when assisting families in the hospital, from offering time with their baby to coordinating with staff to ensure all options are presented to your client and their family.
• Prepare Clients for Key Decisions: Be equipped to guide families through important choices regarding cremation, burial, and other disposition options.
• Create Meaningful Memories: Know how to gently facilitate special moments, such as taking footprints, handprints, or photographs, to honor the baby’s life.
• Offer Practical Assistance After Discharge: Provide hands-on support by assisting with communication plans, and other logistical tasks, so families can focus on their grief and recovery.

Why You Should Download This Checklist Now: You never know when you’ll need to step in and support a family through pregnancy loss. With this checklist, you’ll be prepared to offer meaningful, compassionate care when it matters most.