In a new study, Christine Agdestein has surveyed several aspects of the postnatal check-up. Agdestein is a specialist in ...

In a new study, Christine Agdestein has surveyed several aspects of the postnatal check-up. Agdestein is a specialist in ...

After 40 weeks (or more) of regular check-ups and monitoring, the abrupt end to medical care at six weeks postpartum can feel very much like ‘wam, bam, thank you mam’ with the door hitting your ...

This toolkit supports integrated care boards (ICBs), their place-based partners, health and care providers to work with service users and professionals to improve the postnatal care experience and ...

Experts have warned the well-being of thousands of women is being put at risk by the missed appointments, which can pick up serious problems such as postnatal depression. Teenage mothers and those ...

I usually love the Copperfield posts; they can make me chuckle or raise an eyebrow. The contribution last week was a disappointing mess of inaccuracy and stereotype – and didn’t really feel like the ...

Although it's commonly known as the six-week check, this examination will take place some time between six and eight weeks after giving birth. Most women go to their GP for it (and do ask if you'd ...

I have good news, bad news and worse news. The good news is that I’ve just discovered something wonderful about a recurring chore in general practice that I’ve only endured over the years because I ...

New mums are to receive more mental health support from GPs to help spot signs of postnatal depression. (Getty Images) New mums in England are to receive more comprehensive mental health support from ...