15.4 Supporting women with disabilities, through pregnancy, birth and beyond

In this episode of Maternity & Midwifery Hour Dr Myrto Chronaki, an Independent Researcher, will present her doctoral work exploring the perinatal experiences of women with disabilities in Greece, regarding birth care and the spaces of birth in the hospital and at home. This includes an investigation into the possible benefits of the birth centre environment and the midwifery model of care and emotional support by doulas offered there. She will be joined by Angelina Ankomah, who will share her work supporting women and families with learning disabilities in the UK. Hosted by: Sue Macdonald, Midwifery Expert; Host and Curator, Maternity and Midwifery Festivals/Midwifery Hour, Editor, Mayes Midwifery Contribution from: Dr Myrto Chronaki, Architect, PhD. post-doc, Independent Researcher, Breastfeeding Counsellor Angelina Ankomah, Diabetes Lead Midwife, West Herts NHS Trust Supported by MATFLIX: ⁠https://matflix.co.uk⁠ Register to watch the next episode LIVE or attend a Maternity & Midwifery Festival: ⁠https://mmf.eventbrite.com⁠ Watch the live stream: ⁠https://facebook.com/midwiferyforum/live