First-time mothers are disappointed with the postnatal care they receive from the UK's NHS, according to a new survey by the National Childbirth Trust.
The parenting charity conducted an online survey involving 1,260 women who had given birth to their first child in the previous 12 months.
About 42% said they were "sometimes" or "never" enough midwives to provide care for them in the hospital.
Only 56% said that they received all the physical care they required, and only 45% said that they were given all the information and advice they needed.
Anne Fox, head of campaigns and public policy at the National Childbirth Trust, said it was clear that postnatal care urgently needed improvement.
"Our report recommends NHS trusts and boards need to listen to what local women tell them about the services provided and set objectives for improving postnatal care, agree practical strategies and monitor their progress," Fox said.
