The pain of losing a baby is intense and even more so if the death could have been avoided. Everyone's experience of grief is unique but these interviews are always highly sensitive and need careful handling.
We have seen a number of these stories emerge within our news cycle in recent years, notably including the Shrewsbury maternity scandal in 2022.
This week (from July 15) is Birth Trauma Awareness week. As a former BBC journalist, author and trainer in trauma reporting, here are my 12 tips for reporters to navigating these delicate news stories.
