At least the baby’s healthy – that’s the main thing. If I heard that sometimes well-meant, sometimes passive-aggressive, ...
The birth trauma inquiry heard from more than 1,300 women, many of whom said that they were not listened to, mocked or ...
Alice Ashburn's son Alfred was delivered using forceps after a five-day labour in 2019. When he was put on her chest, he was floppy and grey but it was only when he slid towards her neck that ...
New mothers are being left dangerously at risk by “threadbare” NHS maternity care, with mental health and community services slashed, top health experts have warned. Worrying gaps have emerged ...
From paying for scans and doulas to private hospitals and amenity beds, this guide explains what’s available if you go private before, during or after giving birth. We also list the pros and cons for ...
We are reviewing and updating these webpages to reflect the current work of the maternity and neonatal programme. Better Births, the report of the National Maternity Review was published in February ...
At least the baby’s healthy – that’s the main thing. If I heard that sometimes well-meant, sometimes passive-aggressive, always dismissive phrase once, I heard it a dozen times in the hours ...
Sheets covered in blood, untreated wounds and suffering from PTSD, these are the experiences of some mothers who suffered traumatic childbirth. An inquiry into women’s experiences during ...
From paying for scans and doulas to private hospitals and amenity beds, this guide explains what’s available if you go private before, during or after giving birth. We also list the pros and cons for ...
One in 20, like me, develop PTSD. Back in May 2002, I was pregnant with my first child. I was overdue and the size of a Zeppelin, so the decision was taken to have the birth induced at 42 weeks.