2027 NPLC IN-PERSON CONFERENCE

Companioning Through Loss

Advancing Perinatal Bereavement Care


Friday, January 29, 2027

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Rush University Medical Center | Chicago, IL

5 Continuing Education Credits | $50 Registration

These continuing education activities are approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional regulation as a Registered Nurse CE Sponsor #236.000230 and Registered Social Workers CE Sponsor #159.001647.

About the Conference

Providing compassionate care after pregnancy or infant loss requires more than clinical knowledge. It calls for thoughtful communication, meaningful connection, and an understanding of the many ways families experience grief.

Join the National Perinatal Loss Collaborative for a day of learning, reflection, and collaboration focused on strengthening perinatal bereavement care. Through expert presentations, parent perspectives, and interactive discussions, participants will explore approaches to supporting families across healthcare and community settings.

This conference is hosted by Return to Zero: Hope and Jane’s Room Foundation.

Who Should Attend

This conference is designed for professionals who support individuals and families experiencing pregnancy and infant loss, including:

  • Nurses and physicians

  • Social workers and mental health professionals

  • Hospital bereavement coordinators

  • Doulas and birth professionals

  • Chaplains and spiritual care providers

  • Child life specialists

  • Community-based support professionals

All professionals committed to improving perinatal bereavement care are welcome.

Agenda

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM CT

  • Lunch and Snacks will be provided

  • Featuring national and local perinatal bereavement experts

  • Parent Panel

Detailed agenda coming soon.

Contact

Dr. Kiley Hanish
Founder & Executive Director, RTZ Hope
kiley@rtzhope.org