Still Care Project
Still Care is a new strand of work that compliments the multi-award-winning Still Parents programme – this time working with midwives and health care professionals who care for bereaved parents.
Through our Still Parents Project, we’ve helped tell the story of baby loss and raise awareness of what’s still considered a taboo subject. We would now like to tell the other side of the story too, allowing midwives the opportunity to share their experiences and highlight the challenges they face.
Our Still Care Project provides supportive care for midwives and contributes towards the educational needs of student midwives to ensure they are equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to support bereaved parents. By supporting those who care for bereaved parents, we hope to make optimal care more certain for grieving parents, contributing to positive social change and better outcomes for all.
The Whitworth’s close proximity to the Tommy’s Stillbirth Research Centre and Manchester’s largest maternity centre means this work is well placed. And, thanks to funding from the Rayne Foundation and Sands charity, as well as our partnership with bereavement midwives and counsellors, Manchester Sands, Tommy’s research staff and University lecturers, we’ve ensured this next phase of our work is well supported.
Still Care Workshops
Free – booking essential
A series of free creative workshops supporting midwives and other maternity healthcare professionals.
A warm, welcoming space to create, reflect, and take time for yourself—surrounded by others who understand.
No art experience necessary.
Work created can be used as part of NMC revalidation.
A free nourishing lunch plus tea, coffee and cake are included in every workshop.
Upcoming dates
Sunday 22 February 2026
Creative Journalling
1pm - 4pm
Join artist and midwife Laura Godfrey-Isaacs for this gentle session introducing journaling as an easy, creative way to pause, reflect, and take time for yourself. Using accessible writing and visual techniques, participants will be supported to explore thoughts and experiences at their own pace.
No art or writing experience needed.
Booking essential - book your ticket now.
Sunday 22 March 2026
Crochet & Chill
1pm - 4pm
Swap clinical charts for crochet hooks in this relaxed, hands-on session created especially for midwives and maternity care providers. Learn how to make your own crocheted boobs while giving your hands and mind a well-earned pause.
No crochet experience needed.
Booking essential - book your ticket now.
For any questions about the project, email lucy.turner@manchester.ac.uk. Follow @whitworthstillparents on Instagram.
Image: Still Parents workshop. Photo by Lucy Sugden-Smith.