Australian Lawyers Alliance urges states to fund birth trauma resources, following NSW's report calling for a chief midwifery officer and increased midwives.

The Australian Lawyers Alliance urges all states to fund resources for addressing birth trauma risks and consequences, following NSW's report release and recommendations. The NSW Select Committee on Birth Trauma calls for a chief midwifery officer appointment and increased midwives in the state to reduce birth trauma. The inquiry received over 4000 submissions, revealing a need for improvements in mental health care and postpartum treatment for birth injury sufferers.