National Maternity Voices

MVP/MNVP leaders & members #MatVoices (managed by: NMV's Comms Lead)

[National Maternity Voices @NatMatVoicesorg]

There's still time to nominate!

[National Maternity Voices @NatMatVoicesorg]

Nominate a local project for the MNVP Star awards this week!
https://t.co/5OjS4D3azS

Read about the co-production of breastfeeding info by the Staffordshire & Stoke MNVP & Central Cheshire’s fantastic birth infographics.

[National Maternity Voices @NatMatVoicesorg]

21 projects were nominated for our MNVP star awards!
There will be short presentations from each of the 6 star winners at the online Celebration 12-1pm, Thu 2 July. You're welcome to attend if you are interested in the work of MNVPs - please register here https://t.co/UWSDDhC7Ij

[National Maternity Voices @NatMatVoicesorg]

Nominate a local project for the MNVP Star awards this week!
https://t.co/5OjS4D3azS

Read about the co-production of breastfeeding info by the Staffordshire & Stoke MNVP & Central Cheshire’s fantastic birth infographics.

[NHS England @NHSEngland]

Public satisfaction in the NHS has increased for the first time since 2019, according to analysis of data from the British Social Attitudes survey.

We have still got a long way to go, but today’s data shows we are on the right trackPublic satisfaction in the NHS has increased for the first time since 2019, according to analysis of data from the British Social Attitudes survey.

We have still got a long way to go, but today’s data shows we are on the right trackPublic satisfaction in the NHS has increased for the first time since 2019, according to analysis of data from the British Social Attitudes survey.

We have still got a long way to go, but today’s data shows we are on the right track.

[Healthcare Improvement Scotland @online_his]

We’ve published new maternity care standards that set clear expectations for how maternity care should be delivered in Scotland.

They outline the levels of high-quality care and support that women should expect to receive before, during and after birth.

Link in the comments.

[National Maternity Voices @NatMatVoicesorg]

Shout out to Surrey & Sussex Healthcare MNVP and to
@BayWideMNVP: both have been co-producing change in Induction care. Read about their projects on the webpage https://t.co/5OjS4D3azS

[National Maternity Voices @NatMatVoicesorg]

Is your MNVP making a difference? Nominate a project for the MNVP Star awards!
➡️ https://t.co/5OjS4D3azS
National Maternity Voices invite anyone connected with a Maternity and Neonatal Voices Partnership to nominate a project undertaken in the last 2 years for one of our awards:

[National Maternity Voices @NatMatVoicesorg]

Is your MNVP making a difference? Nominate a project for the MNVP Star awards!
➡️ https://t.co/5OjS4D3azS
National Maternity Voices invite anyone connected with a Maternity and Neonatal Voices Partnership to nominate a project undertaken in the last 2 years for one of our awards:

[National Maternity Voices @NatMatVoicesorg]

Is your MNVP making a difference? Nominate a project for the MNVP Star awards!
➡️ https://t.co/5OjS4D3azS
National Maternity Voices invite anyone connected with a Maternity and Neonatal Voices Partnership to nominate a project undertaken in the last 2 years for one of our awards:

[National Maternity Voices @NatMatVoicesorg]

Looking to update your MNVP logo? https://t.co/mywJGCrhZr

[National Maternity Voices @NatMatVoicesorg]

Developing an Effective MNVP | Wed 28 Jan 26 | 10 - 12

Useful for new MNVP leads, & for staff with key supporting roles

It covers:
Navigating the MNVP guidance Working Relationships and roles Meaningful co-production,
Workplans & Budgets
Book: https://t.co/O18vXVNq0u

[aims.org.uk @AIMS_online]

Independent midwife Fedwa Barrak shows that care can be personalised even in more complex pregnancies. https://t.co/lHGglUbtjS

[aims.org.uk @AIMS_online]

"Women using maternity services should expect to have a personalised care and support plan that reflects and respects their views, preferences and decisions, including where care is declined and does not require them to justify their decision."
https://t.co/7LsbggzfWB

[Helen Bevan @HelenBevan]

As leaders of change & learning, we should seek out & welcome feedback continuously as it gives us an opportunity to improve. At the same time, we should try not to “over-focus” on negative comments or criticism, rather than positive comments.

There have been many occasions where I’ve led a learning session & got overwhelmingly positive feedback yet I have zoomed in & stewed over the one or two negative comments, ignoring the majority of encouraging feedback. This is a normal human response. It’s called “negativity bias.” It means that negative feedback, criticism, or potential threats trigger a stronger emotional reaction in our brains than positive feedback does.

For change leaders, negative comments (even in a situation of overwhelming positive feedback) may slow down us or make us reverse course on important initiatives—not because of data, but because of how heavily that concern weighs on our minds. Negativity bias can undermine our confidence, make us more risk-averse, stifle innovation & affect engagement, even when there is strong overall support for the change. It can fundamentally undermine the optimism, confidence & forward momentum that successful organisational or system change needs. Negativity bias is something that even the most experienced change leaders have to consciously manage.

Five ways to mitigate the risk of negativity bias:
1) Name & acknowledge the bias: Even recognising when negativity bias is influencing our thinking can reduce its power over our decision-making.
2) Lean into feedback: don’t treat the possibility of negativity as a reason not to get feedback. Build evaluation into every encounter; always hold a “retrospective”/after action review of every project or significant event.
3) Use negative comments as data points for learning but place them in a broader context. Use systematic approaches such as a pros & cons list or scenario analysis to evaluate both the risks & rewards of a given decision.
4) Build a learning culture where mistakes are seen as chances to learn, not reasons to blame. Knowing it's safe to experiment & fail makes us more willing to innovate & take creative risks, alongside the majority of positive responses.
5) Appreciate that “resilience” is a team activity: understanding that negative comments can have a profound personal impact. Always discuss feedback with others who have our back & can help us maintain perspective & keep going with the change.
See, eg: https://t.co/FUNIuUOTiJ by Bryce Hoffman & https://t.co/5mb0eU6ZRp by Philip Woods.
Graphic adapted from one by @OzolinsJanis which inspired me to write this post.

[National Maternity Voices @NatMatVoicesorg]

Developing an Effective MNVP | Wed 28 Jan 26 | 10 - 12

Useful for new MNVP leads, & for staff with key supporting roles

It covers:
Navigating the MNVP guidance Working Relationships and roles Meaningful co-production,
Workplans & Budgets
Book: https://t.co/O18vXVNq0u

[National Maternity Voices @NatMatVoicesorg]

Developing an Effective MNVP | Tue 25 Nov 25 | 12.30-2.30

Useful for new MNVP leads, & for staff with key supporting roles

It covers: Navigating the MNVP guidance Working Relationships and roles Meaningful co-production, Workplans & Budgets

Book: https://t.co/O18vXVNq0u

[National Maternity Voices @NatMatVoicesorg]

Developing an Effective MNVP | Tue 25 Nov 25 | 12.30-2.30

Useful for new MNVP leads, & for staff with key supporting roles

It covers:
Navigating the MNVP guidance
Working Relationships and roles
Meaningful co-production, Workplans & Budgets

Book: https://t.co/O18vXVMSaW

[National Maternity Voices @NatMatVoicesorg]

There is still time to sign up

Training (Zoom): Introduction to MNVPs | Wednesday 13th November, 9.30am -10:30am

A 1 hour training for staff, all new to MNVPs: leads, service user representatives, community orgs etc. It costs £35 + VAT (£42). Book: https://t.co/XCz6SvKMqZ

[RoyalCollegeObsGyn @RCObsGyn]

The Royal Foundation Centre for @Earlychildhood – founded by our Royal Patron HRH Catherine, Princess of Wales – recently launched a series of animated films that explain how everyday actions support children's development in their early years.

Watch now: https://t.co/70rlFWQXIA

[Michelle Welsh MP @MichelleWelshMP]

In one week today, there will be a debate in the House of Commons Chamber on Baby Loss.

📢 Ask your MP to attend and speak up about maternity services in your area.

Together, we can create a future where every mother has a safe birth.

ℹ️ Find your MP: https://t.co/nBlWDDrYiq

[MBRRACE UK @mbrrace]

Last chance to book to book your ticket for the 2025 MBRRACE-UK Perinatal virtual conference!
Thursday 9th October 2025
Find out more and book your place: https://t.co/MjxqyfWgRB