question-anyone think about becoming a hospital volunteer?

Peanutbunny

Hi ladies,  I have been thinking about contacting my local hospital and letting them know what my experience has been (second trimester stillbirth, and subsequent MC) and let them know if there are any women that want to contact me for support, I would be happy to go see them in the hospital and just try to be a friend and listen.  Is this a really bad idea?  Anyone else ever done something like this?  Do you think I need training?  I just feel like I need to do something constructive with this experience.... 

DancingWarriorUSMC

I like the idea. You might want to look into the group Faces of Loss, Faces of Hope (www.facesofloss.com) and start a support group or get involved with one in your area.

ally2011

I think it is an excellent idea.  There is probably a person whose job it is to follow up with the moms who lose babies at the hospital....ours has one.  If not, the nurses on that floor could tell you who to talk to.  I would definitely start there and tell them you are willing to be "on call" for those who need a friend during such a sad time.

I think it is great that you want to help others!  What a wonderful way to honor your baby!

Hugs to you,

Jenn

jakdw

That's a good idea.  I was thinking of writing the hospital a letter about my experience at the Urgent Care.  It was cold and clinical..I did not feel much compassion.  I know they can't get that involved bc they would break down all the time..But I thought if there was someone that would come in and talk to me and let me know what to expect rather than getting sent home with a MISCARRIGE paper.  I was not in the frame of mind to ask questions and that is all that was communicated to me, is if I had any questions.  Soooo anyway.  I would check it out and I think I will here too...keep us updated with what you decide.

Peanutbunny

Thanks, ladies!  I think I might call the volunteer coordinator at the hospital and see what their process is-I'll keep you posted!