Minoritised ethnic women's experiences of inequities and discrimination in maternity services in North-West England: a mixed-methods study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Minoritised ethnic perinatal women can experience judgemental and stigmatising care due to systemic racism. Discriminatory care contributes to increased risks of poor maternal and infant outcomes, including higher rates of mental ill-health. This study aimed to explore minoritised ethnic women's experiences of maternity services, including maternity care and mental health support, within a North-West England locality. Here we use an equity lens to report the findings that describe if and how women's personal, cultural, and spiritual needs were met, their experiences of discriminatory and prejudicial care, and to identify recommendations for service provision.

Methods

A mixed-methods study was undertaken comprising an online survey, interviews, and community consul

SUBMITTER: Thomson G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9773462 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature