Exploring research and healthcare priorities in maternal health

Our new ethnographic study highlights maternal health priorities voiced by ethnic minority mothers in the UK. They emphasised the importance of effective communication & culturally safe care. They call for clear advice and support for healthy lifestyles — particularly physical activity — supporting perinatal mental health and easing the transition to parenthood.


The study calls for co-designed research and policy to address systemic barriers and improve equity in maternity care. Read the full paper here.