Spiritual Care in Neonatal Palliative Care

Neonatal palliative care is an essential component of healthcare services aimed at supporting infants with life-limiting conditions and their families. While physical and emotional aspects of care receive significant attention, the spiritual well-being of neonates and their families is often overlooked. The chapter is based on research highlighting how the end of life is strongly connected to parenthood transition and the beginning of life in neonatal palliative care. We discuss the role of spiritual care in neonatal palliative care, highlighting its significance, challenges, and potential approaches. By exploring the interplay between spirituality, neonatal palliative care, and ethical considerations, this chapter emphasises the importance of a holistic approach to care, acknowledging the spiritual needs of infants and their families during this vulnerable and sensitive period.