Many families and medical professionals find it helpful to know what the medical community has learned about life-limiting conditions. We’ve gathered several evidence-based scientific studies that look at the physical and emotional health of the mother, father, and child.
Grief & Pregnancy Loss
In a 2015 Duke University study, women who continued their terminal pregnancy generally experienced less psychiatric distress than those who did not.
Perinatal Hospice & Palliative Care
A 2013 study shows why a multidisciplinary team approach—from the time of initial diagnosis all the way through postnatal care—may best assist your emotional and physical needs.
Prenatal Counseling
Parents who receive counseling support immediately after receiving a prenatal diagnosis may experience less anxiety than those who wait, a 2015 study shows.