Specialist Midwife, Laura Walsh, nominated for an award

Specialist Midwife, Laura Walsh, has been nominated in the Bereavement Midwife category in the Mariposa Awards.

Mariposa International work in support of anyone who is affected by baby loss across the UK and globally, support that is accessed by over 50,000 people each week. One of the things that the charity does is recognise excellence in care, and each year the Mariposa Awards acknowledge the incredible work done by medical staff in the NHS supporting people who had gone through baby loss.

Laura said “I love my job and feel very privileged to support families, care for little ones who others won't get the opportunity to meet and be supported by the most wonderful team….I'm proud of the work the team do”.

Lead Nurse for End of Life Bereavement Care, Jackie Brunton said "We know just how special Laura is and how incredibly hard she works to ensure our families receive comfort and support at the most devastating time. Well-deserved recognition Laura."

We wish Laura well for the awards.

You can read more about the work Laura has done to support bereaved families using the links below:

Parents grieving the loss of a baby will benefit from a new space at Blackpool Victoria Hospital :: Blackpool Teaching Hospitals

Family’s praise for midwife who won compassion award :: Blackpool Teaching Hospitals