As many as 650 professionals attended professional training through which they were given guidance on how to give difficult news related to a new-born baby or any condition the baby has.
This decision was taken after consultation and it became clear that such sensitive news could affect the professionals who give it and even have an impact on them over time.
This topic is very important for both parents and professionals, but it has not been addressed as needed.
Therefore, during the design of the positive parenting policy, it was felt necessary to provide training and to continue this training on an ongoing basis.
The Minister for Inclusion and Quality of Life Julia Farrugia Portelli explained how through this training not only are professionals being helped to be better prepared when they are more sensitive, but the process has also been facilitated. for families who have received the news to start receiving all the necessary support immediately.
“Every parent has the right to enjoy the beautiful moments of a new child without the news stealing this unique moment. At the same time, when the news is given, it must be given in a humane way and with a clear guidance plan of existing assistance services, “continued Minister Farrugia Portelli.
The Minister for Solidarity and Social Justice, the Family and the Rights of the Child Michael Falzon welcomed this initiative and explained the importance of more investment and training for professionals who meet regularly. with such cases. Minister Falzon said it was crucial for parents to be prepared from an early stage on the condition of the child, as this could prepare them.
“Having witnessed and seen the success of the first part of the training, we can now advance and establish multi-disciplinary methods among professionals, as we believe that in this way we can provide a plan and ‘after care’. to the parents and even to their child, ”stressed Minister Michael Falzon.
