Maternity Services
(asked on 19th January 2016) - View Source
Question to the Department of Health and Social Care:
To ask the Secretary of State for Health, what support his Department offers to women who decide to have a baby later in life.
This question was answered on 26th January 2016
Women, regardless of their age, should receive personalised maternity care that focuses on the best outcomes for them and their babies.
Early access to antenatal care, especially for women over 35, helps to ensure they receive the right care. As soon as they know they are pregnant, women are encouraged to contact their maternity service for a full assessment of their health, risk factors and choices so that a personalised approach to their care can be taken.