Internal Reference Number: FOI_9307
Date Request Received: 20/03/2026 00:00:00
Date Request Replied To: 24/03/2026 00:00:00
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Request Summary: Neurodivergent Intrapartum Care (Maternity Services)
Request Category: Students (Educational)
| Question Number 1: I am writing to request information under the Freedom of Information Act 2000 I am exploring current provision relating to intrapartum (labour and birth) care for neurodivergent people within maternity services. I would be grateful if you could confirm whether your trust holds the following information, and if so, provide copies or links where available: Policies and Procedures Does your trust have any formal policies, pathways, or standard operating procedures that reference the care of neurodivergent patients during labour and birth? If so, please provide copies or links. | |
| Answer To Question 1: We do not have a specific Policy or Procedure for intrapartum or labour care. | |
| Question Number 2: Guidelines or Protocols for Staff Does your trust provide any guidance or protocols for staff relating to communication approaches, sensory adjustments, reasonable adjustments, or other supportive care for neurodivergent patients during the intrapartum period? If so, please provide copies or links. | |
| Answer To Question 2: Not specifically for intrapartum or labour care. | |
| Question Number 3: Resources, Tools, or Training Materials Does your trust use any resources, tools, or training materials (e.g. visual aids, communication tools, sensory supports, or staff training resources) to support neurodivergent patients during labour and birth? If so, please provide copies, links, or a brief description. | |
| Answer To Question 3: We have accessible parent education resources which include; - The book 'My Pregnancy my Choice' - An accessible communication resource box. -'My Maternity Passport a Resource for Autistic and Expecting'. - Complex Care Planning - a service which includes a discussion regarding any additional needs for their labour. | |
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