Scotland Funding New Framework for Miscarriage Care

The Scottish Government has announced a new initiative to enhance miscarriage care, backed by £1.5 million in funding. Public Health and Women’s Health Minister Jenni Minto introduced a new framework aimed at ensuring that women (and all people) experiencing miscarriage receive compassionate and high-quality support across Scotland’s NHS boards.

This framework outlines several key actions. Women will now have access to private spaces during their care, ensuring dignity and comfort during a difficult time. A graded model of miscarriage care will be implemented, allowing tailored support without requiring women to wait until a third miscarriage to receive help. This includes access to progesterone prescriptions when clinically appropriate for those facing threatened or recurrent miscarriages.

The initiative aims to make early pregnancy care equitable, ensuring that no woman is disadvantaged based on her location or access to services. Minister Minto expressed deep sympathy for those who have experienced the loss of a baby, acknowledging the profound impact it has on families.

Support from organizations like Tommy’s and the Miscarriage Association underscores the importance of this framework. They view it as a significant step toward providing evidence-based and compassionate care for women during such a heart-wrenching time. The framework is designed to improve the consistency and quality of care across Scotland, ensuring that all women and families receive the support they need and deserve.

This initiative marks a vital commitment to better support women during their most challenging moments, reinforcing the importance of compassionate care in the face of loss.