Some parents choose to say goodbye to their baby or child by having them at home for a time before the funeral. In most cases, this should be possible, even when a post-mortem examination has been performed.
If your child has died in hospital or hospice and you wish to take them home yourself, you should be given a form by the staff that confirms your child’s body has been released to you. Alternatively, you can ask for help with this from the funeral director who can bring your child home for you if you prefer.