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Understanding the impact of miscarriage on your mental health – Beth* and Fatima* share their stories

Last year, thousands of women told us about their experiences of mental health problems during and after pregnancy – including those who lost their babies. As part of Baby Loss Awareness Week, we're sharing stories...

Find out what women have told us about their experiences and the changes they would like to see.

Making your voice count 2019

Making your voice count 2019

Take a look at the award winning stories from this year's Healthwatch Network Awards.

Healthwatch Network Awards 2019 winners

Healthwatch 2019 Network Award Winners announced

Find out about our celebration of the contribution made by local staff and volunteers who helped gather more than half a million people's views last year.

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Mental health and the journey to parenthood: Helen P’s story

Helen had postnatal depression (PND) following the birth of her son. She explains what she thinks could have made her first weeks as a new mum better, and the importance of making sure parents get the help they need, when...

9 September 2019

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Mental health and the journey to parenthood: Sharelle's story

Sharelle had a traumatic experience giving birth to her first son, which caused her to become anxious when she was pregnant with her second. This is her story.

9 September 2019

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Mental health and the journey to parenthood: Maria and Simon's story

Maria faced a number of challenges as a new mum both during and after her pregnancy. The focus from staff on her weight, a history of depression and anxiety, and the mental health challenges her partner, Simon*, faced all...

9 September 2019

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Our response to CQC's State of Care report for 2018/19

Care Quality Commission's report today shows 'perfect storm' brewing for people using mental health and learning disability services.

15 October 2019

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How one man helped make cancer care better by sharing his experience

Before he sadly passed away in May 2019, Mike Chapman went out of his way to use his experience to help make care better for people affected by cancer. Mike was recognised for his outstanding achievement at the Healthwatch Network Awards 2019.

11 October 2019

What impact does baby loss have on people’s mental health? Jennifer* and Alex* share their stories.

In our blog for Baby Loss Awareness Week, people share their experience of baby loss, the impact it had on their mental health and the support they wish they’d received.

11 October 2019

Latest reports and publications

Making your voice count 2019

Making your voice count 2019

Take a look at the award winning stories from this year's...

There and back - what people tell us about their experiences of travelling to and from NHS services

Find out what's working well for people and what needs to...

Mental health and the journey to parenthood

9 September 2019

Find out what's working well for people and what needs to...

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What people have told us about health and social care: April to June 2019

4 September 2019

Find out what the public have been telling us about health and social...