be offered the chance to have their babies in birthing units or in their own homes, according to a report by the Royal Collage of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. The report says that too many babies are born in traditional hospital units

with birth plansWhat is the hospital policy on inductions: when might they decide to induce?Number of babies born, intervention and Caesarean ratesWho will deliver your baby?Availability of birthing poolsShower/washing facilitiesTypes of pain relief available

in offering information to mums-to-be about antenatal tests and screening, make sure you ask your midwives to explain the reasons for the different tests available. Trusts reported differing rates of breastfeeding. The highest performing stated that 78