The CQC commissioned Healthwatch Oldham and Healthwatch Rochdale to gather experiences from partners and or family members who had supported a pregnant or birthing person through the maternity journey between September 2021 to February 2023.
In December 2022 Healthwatch Oldham and Healthwatch Rochdale were commissioned by the CQC to carry out time-limited engagement with partners and or family members who had supported a pregnant or birthing person through the maternity journey between September 2021 to February 2023. Healthwatch Oldham and Rochdale co-produced a survey with the CQC which was circulated online, through various social media platforms but was also promoted through direct engagement at over 21 outreach sessions at 16 different care settings or community groups. In addition, more in-depth experiences were collected in 5 case studies and held 5 focus groups.
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