Join us for an interactive and thought-provoking webinar focused on improving antenatal counselling for families facing extreme preterm birth.

This session will explore best practice using the BAPM framework, with live audience interaction and discussion to reflect on real-world challenges and opportunities.

Through expert-led video examples, including a structured counselling discussion and a multi-professional four-way conversation across neonatal and obstetric services (SCU, LNU, NICU), the webinar will demonstrate effective communication, collaborative decision-making, and continuity of care across settings.

The programme also addresses the psychological impact on both parents and staff, offering perspectives on support, resilience, and compassionate practice. Regional work from the West Midlands will be showcased, sharing practical approaches to championing and embedding high-quality extreme preterm antenatal counselling.

The content will include:

• Discussion surrounding BAPM’s Perinatal Management of Extreme Preterm Birth before 27 weeks of Gestation. document.
• Examples of good communication.
• Video’s of conversations using video technology across Trust’s/ teams
• Ways to approach a difficult conversation
• Psychological support for both families and perinatal staff.
• Dedicated time open discussion and reflection.