28 April 2026
Emily Cooper and BBC presenter Ashley Joseph
An inspirational Nurse who supports women and families following early pregnancy loss has won a prestigious national award, recognising her compassion.
Emily Cooper, Early Pregnancy Bereavement Nurse at The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust (RWT), was nominated for two Mariposa International Awards, which acknowledge exceptional care for families affected by baby loss.
The Mariposa International Awards 2026, run by Saying Goodbye (Mariposa International), recognise outstanding NHS staff, community workers and employers who provide compassionate support to families affected by miscarriage, baby loss and infertility.
The awards were announced at the Mariposa Ball on 25 April 2026, hosted by Zoe and Andy Clark-Coates and held at the Landmark Hotel in London. Emily was presented with the Compassion Award by BBC presenter Ashley Joseph.
Emily said: “It was such an honour to attend the Mariposa International Awards Ceremony and Ball, having been nominated for two awards by families I have cared for at the Trust.
“Never did I dream that my career would take me here, let alone that I would actually win one of these awards.
“I am incredibly humbled to receive the Compassion Award, because compassion is absolutely crucial in bereavement care.
“Compassion costs nothing, and that human touch is something that will stay with families forever.
“This award will continue to motivate me to strengthen care pathways, support staff and ensure care is as unique as each individual loss.”
Helen Rutter, Gynaecology Outpatients Departmental Manager at RWT, said: “We are incredibly proud of Emily’s achievements.
“She has worked tirelessly to develop this vital role, ensuring that patients and their partners receive the support they need during and after early pregnancy loss.
“Emily continues to drive improvements to the experience of early loss, and this award is richly deserved.”