International Partnership for Perinatal Excellence (IPPE)
Join the International Partnership for Perinatal Excellence and become part of a network dedicated to elevating care for families and babies. Our certification program identifies health professionals who innovate, educate, and lead in perinatal health, ensuring every family receives the care they deserve beyond traditional expectations.
Become certified to join our network of experts and start helping families find the care they deserve.
Advancing Perinatal Health Through Excellence and Empathy
IPPE is dedicated to transforming perinatal care globally by addressing the critical needs surrounding perinatal health and loss. We equip healthcare professionals with advanced tools and knowledge to improve care outcomes for families, emphasizing research-driven, compassionate, and culturally sensitive practices.
Our Mission
Discover how IPPE is setting new standards in perinatal care, focusing on prevention, education, and support for healthcare professionals and families.
Meet Our Team
Learn about the passionate leaders and healthcare professionals behind IPPE who drive our mission and support our community.
Our History
Explore the milestones and achievements of IPPE in our journey to reduce perinatal loss and improve care quality worldwide.
Achieve Certification in Perinatal Care
Elevate Your Practice
Demonstrate your commitment and expertise in perinatal care by becoming certified with IPPE. Join a community dedicated to setting the highest standards in healthcare for families and babies.
Why Get Certified?
Gain recognition for exceeding the highest standards in perinatal health practices, and adopt the latest innovative practices to enhance patient outcomes.
Comprehensive Support
From prevention of pregnancy loss to reducing healthcare disparities, our certification encompasses all aspects of perinatal care.
Resources and Tools
Access state-of-the-art resources and tools that empower you to deliver superior care, guided by the most recent evidence-based information.
Community and Advocacy
By getting certified, you join a network of professionals advocating for change and supporting families through both preventive measures and care.
Learning and Events
On Demand Learning
Access our extensive library of on-demand lectures, courses, and case challenges anytime and anywhere through our Learning Management System (LMS). These resources are designed to fit into your busy schedule, allowing you to learn at your own pace and convenience.
Events and Workshops
Join our dynamic workshops and events, either in-person or via live streaming, tailored to foster learning and networking among perinatal care professionals. Discover sessions that bridge theory and practice, equipping you with the latest insights and tools in your field.
June 4, 2026
2026 Quarterly Webinar Series
Join us for our 2026 webinar series, designed to support healthcare professionals. These sessions are complimentary for Certified IPPE Members and available to the public for $15.
Next Webinar: June 10th
A conversation with Rob Rieder of Sad Dads Club as we explore what it’s like for partners navigating pregnancy loss, and supporting a grieving loved one while also carrying their own grief.
Guest Speaker: Rob Reider
July 20, 2027
Summit for Perinatal Excellence 2027
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Summit for Perinatal Excellence 2027
July 20–22
Bloomington, MN
Join health professionals from around the world for an inspiring and impactful event focused on improving prevention and care in perinatal loss.
Learn from internationally recognized keynote speakers, connect with peers in your field, and gain actionable insights to support families before and after loss.
More information coming soon.
August 13, 2026
IPPE Education – Bereavement
Monthly education for healthcare professionals (HCPs) on best practices in perinatal bereavement care. These 4-hour education sessions help learners strengthen their knowledge and confidence in providing compassionate, family-centered support after perinatal loss. This course can also be used as an IPPE Prep Course for HCPs already registered for the IPPE certification and fulfills the annual education requirement for maintaining organizational certification.
Topics include perinatal bereavement, cultural care, memory making, perinatal palliative care, perinatal evaluation and autopsy, and lactation after loss.
