Palamós Hospital has incorporated the butterfly symbol to identify and accompany situations of perinatal loss. This initiative, driven by the obstetrics team, aims to facilitate more sensitive and tailored care for the loss of a baby during gestation, childbirth, or the first few days of life.
The symbol, inspired by a drawing by nurse Helena Francès, is displayed in the delivery room, hospitalization units, and emergency services. This allows professionals to discreetly identify these situations, preserving the families' privacy and avoiding comments or questions that could cause further distress.
In addition to the symbol, families have for years received support and a memory box provided by the specialized perinatal loss association Umamanita. These keepsakes can aid families in their grieving process, always respecting individual needs and rhythms.
Recently, the book "Entre el comiat i la vida" (Between Farewell and Life), published by Editorial Gavarres, was presented. It compiles nine testimonies of perinatal loss. Author Fina Mulà attended the event, raising professionals' awareness about the importance of support during these grief situations. This book will be distributed alongside the memory box starting this quarter.
These measures align with the strategic priority of offering humanized, person-centered care that considers the life stages and needs of each user.
Every October 15th marks the International Day of Perinatal Death, aiming to raise awareness about the impact of losing a baby during pregnancy, the neonatal period, or the first year of life on women, their partners, families, and close environment.
