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13/10/2017
Women in Wales are to have their say on maternity services in the country, it has been announced.
Health Secretary Vaughan Gething recently opened a seminar, held by Consultant Midwives Cymru, to present the findings of the 'Your Birth We Care' survey.
Funded by the Welsh Government, the survey looks at women's experiences of pregnancy and birth in Wales.
The survey, which closed in April of this year, aimed to evaluate women's views of antenatal services and how current service provisions can prepare women for labour, birth and parenting. It will also help develop a shared vision for the future of midwifery-led services based on the findings.
In total, 3,968 women in Wales completed the full survey and represented all age groups, ranging from first time mothers, to those who have had several births.
The survey found that women would like to build relationships with knowledgeable, compassionate and kind midwives, to not only make women feel safe but enabling them to trust the information given to them. They also wanted more information about the birthing options available to them, so that they can decide where to give birth, not health professionals; they also called for improved access to classes that adequately prepare them for birth; and to have their choices respected, wherever they give birth.
Professor Jean White, Chief Nursing Officer for Wales, said: "The needs of the mother and family must be at the heart of care provision within maternity services in Wales, to ensure that pregnancy and childbirth is a safe and positive experience, where women feel comfortable and confident in their decisions.
"This survey is a step towards developing and strengthening this important relationship between midwife and mother."
Vaughan Gething, Cabinet Secretary for Health Well-Being and Sport, added: "Pregnancy and childbirth are very personal experiences; therefore it's important that women are given the opportunity to feedback on the care and advice they received during that time.
"I'm confident that the results of the 'Your Birth We Care' survey announced today will take maternity services in Wales to the next level, ensuring women and families feel empowered to make informed decisions about their antenatal care and birth plans during this time."
(JP/MH)
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Women Provide Feedback On Maternity Services
Women in Wales are to have their say on maternity services in the country, it has been announced.
Health Secretary Vaughan Gething recently opened a seminar, held by Consultant Midwives Cymru, to present the findings of the 'Your Birth We Care' survey.
Funded by the Welsh Government, the survey looks at women's experiences of pregnancy and birth in Wales.
The survey, which closed in April of this year, aimed to evaluate women's views of antenatal services and how current service provisions can prepare women for labour, birth and parenting. It will also help develop a shared vision for the future of midwifery-led services based on the findings.
In total, 3,968 women in Wales completed the full survey and represented all age groups, ranging from first time mothers, to those who have had several births.
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The survey found that women would like to build relationships with knowledgeable, compassionate and kind midwives, to not only make women feel safe but enabling them to trust the information given to them. They also wanted more information about the birthing options available to them, so that they can decide where to give birth, not health professionals; they also called for improved access to classes that adequately prepare them for birth; and to have their choices respected, wherever they give birth.
Professor Jean White, Chief Nursing Officer for Wales, said: "The needs of the mother and family must be at the heart of care provision within maternity services in Wales, to ensure that pregnancy and childbirth is a safe and positive experience, where women feel comfortable and confident in their decisions.
"This survey is a step towards developing and strengthening this important relationship between midwife and mother."
Vaughan Gething, Cabinet Secretary for Health Well-Being and Sport, added: "Pregnancy and childbirth are very personal experiences; therefore it's important that women are given the opportunity to feedback on the care and advice they received during that time.
"I'm confident that the results of the 'Your Birth We Care' survey announced today will take maternity services in Wales to the next level, ensuring women and families feel empowered to make informed decisions about their antenatal care and birth plans during this time."
(JP/MH)
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