A Window of Opportunity

Birth Companions joined forces with Clinks to research the needs and experiences of pregnant women and mothers of infants in contact with the criminal justice system in the community; those serving community sentences, under probation supervision after leaving prison, or on bail. 

Based on women's lived experiences and the experiences of those involved in their care, we have made 16 recommendations for change aimed at criminal justice agencies, health services, voluntary sector organisations and social services.