By Julie Griffiths on 19 April 2018
The Maternal Mental Health Alliance (MMHA) has published new maps showing that pregnant women and new mothers in a quarter of the UK still cannot access lifesaving specialist perinatal mental health services which meet national guidelines.
By Julie Griffiths on 17 April 2018
The Lancet has published a new series calling for greater awareness of preconception health and improved guidance, with more focus on diet and nutrition.
By Julie Griffiths on 12 April 2018
WHO and UNICEF have issued new guidance to increase support for breastfeeding in health facilities that provide maternity and newborn services.
By Julie Griffiths on 09 April 2018
Researchers say that women with inflammatory bowel disease should be given more advice about pregnancy, so that they can make informed choices about their options and care.
By Julie Griffiths on 06 April 2018
The RCM and Alliance partner Slimming World have updated their joint website providing information to support weight management in pregnancy.
on 09 March 2018
This week (12 to 18 March) is the Lullaby Trust’s annual awareness campaign on safer sleep. The Lullaby Trust raises awareness of SIDS and provides advice on safer sleep for babies and emotional support for bereaved families.