https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cgkemynj7ezo

30 November 2025

Report criticises care for black and Asian mothers

[…] "Maternal outcomes for black and Asian women remain poorer compared to white women, mirroring national trends," the report said.

It added that women from asylum-seeking backgrounds also faced "poor communication, lack of cultural awareness and challenges navigating the system".

The report went on to say there was a lack of breastfeeding support on postnatal wards and translation services were sometimes unavailable, leading to relatives having to act as interpreters.

"Many women feel traumatised by their care due to inadequate after-care packages and a lack of debriefing support," it said. [...]