Abstract
Most of the work of midwives and obstetricians is directed at improving pregnancy outcomes. Part of this work is built on the public health strategy developed by the national health services around the UK. Pregnancy and early parenthood are times when expectant and new parents are receptive to public health information. Midwives and maternity support workers work together to convey public health messages. The positive outcomes of this work include reductions in rates of stillbirth, preterm birth and low-birthweight babies. Other outcomes are increased parental satisfaction, stronger family bonds and better family health. Specialist and consultant midwives' views on the role of maternity support workers in public health are included in this paper.
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