how maternity care actually works:
-who’s who in maternity care
Understanding who is involved in your maternity care - and how their roles differ - can help you feel clearer about what support is available to you, even when it’s not always explicitly offered.
It also helps you make sense of why different professionals can view the same situation differently, and how that can shape the advice you’re given by individual caregivers.
Start with the short video below, then explore the resources.
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explore the resources
Use the the resources below whenever you need help making sense of the different professional involved in your care.
who’s who in maternity care
Understand the the different professionals you may encounter in pregnancy and birth, and the role each plays in your care.
why different professionals say different things
Understand why different professionals can approach the same situation differently and how that shapes the advice you receive.
why consultant advice can feel more focussed on risk
Understand why consultant-led care can feel more focussed on risk and how that can shape your experience of care.