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A survey by the Royal College of Midwives suggests that up to 40% of women may be being discharged from hospital before they are ready after having a baby.
The report, entitled Postnatal care planning, says the needs of women and babies after birth are not being met.
More midwives are required to ensure women get the post-natal visits they need, the RCM says.
Surveys of mothers and midwives were used to compile the report.
The RCM surveyed more than 2,000 midwives, 950 student midwives and 98 maternity support workers to find out their views on post-natal care.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-28985865
The report, entitled Postnatal care planning, says the needs of women and babies after birth are not being met.
More midwives are required to ensure women get the post-natal visits they need, the RCM says.
Surveys of mothers and midwives were used to compile the report.
The RCM surveyed more than 2,000 midwives, 950 student midwives and 98 maternity support workers to find out their views on post-natal care.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-28985865