During labor more than a third of mothers-to-be are left alone and worried. A poll by Netmums and the Royal College of Midwives also found that half of them had no access to a midwife after giving birth. A quarter said that there were too few visits to help with breastfeeding.
 
Just about 56% women were offered a home birth despite the government pledges. The findings raise serious concerns about NHS staff shortages and also informed that about 5,000 more midwives are needed.
 
"The Government promised a 'world-class maternity service' for all new mothers. More midwives are coming into the system but if women and babies are to receive high quality care, it will require sustained investment," said RCM general secretary Cathy Warwick.
 
Health Minister, Ann Keen, said that the maternity services had received an extra £330 million in the last few years and also said that their latest survey has revealed that nine out of ten women are pleased with their care.