Maternity survey shows progress

IMPROVEMENTS NOTED IN CQC FEEDBACK

- By HERALD REPORTER

WOMEN receiving maternity care at Derriford Hospital have reported improvements in key areas of the service, according to this year's CQC Maternity Survey.

The survey looked at the experiences of pregnant women and new mothers who used NHS maternity services in February 2025.

The hospital and its staff were praised for keeping women well supported during labour, while there was improvement in 'partner involvement' during the postnatal hospital stay.

However, the survey also revealed that discharge delays were common, with holdups in leaving the hospital. Some women also felt the frequency of contact with midwives was not aligned with their needs, wanting either more or less contact than they received, while some said staff did not always appear fully aware of women's medical histories.