Written questions

Postnatal Care

Commons · Question 50528 · Tabled 7 May 2025 · Department of Health and Social Care · Official record

Answered 15 May 2025

Question

Asked by Rupa Huq

To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what support his Department provides to women who have suffered from post-birth trauma.

Answer

Answered by Karin Smyth, 15 May 2025

The Department recognises the significant physical and psychological consequences of birth trauma and the devastating impact this can have on some women. We are fully committed to improving the quality and consistency of care for women throughout pregnanc...