MARG Best Practice Guidelines Launch

MARG Best Practice Guidelines Launch

Launching best practice guidelines for maternity & autism—join our research group’s milestone event!

By Maternity and Autism Research Group

Date and time

Location

Online

Lineup

Agenda

4:00 PM

Welcome and Introductions

Hayley Morgan


Overview of the event, speakers, and purpose of the guidelines.

4:10 PM - 4:30 PM

Designing the Guidelines

Diane Fox


Insight into the development process, lived experience, and the need for change in maternity care.

4:30 PM - 4:45 PM

Applying the Guidelines in Practice

Rebecca Warboys


How can practitioners take the best practice guidance and transform them into living and breathing change for autistic pregnant women and people using UK maternity services? From the drawing board to...

4:50 PM - 5:10 PM

Research Impact & Future Directions


Exploring how the guidelines influence current research and open new pathways for future studies.

5:10 PM - 5:25 PM

Live Q and A session


Your questions answered live by our panel. Chat will be monitored throughout the event.

5:30 PM

Closing and thanks

Hayley Morgan


Final thoughts, resources, and how to stay connected with MARG.

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes

Event Overview: Launch of the MARG Best Practice Guidelines

Join us for the official launch of the Maternity and Autism Research Group (MARG)’s groundbreaking Best Practice Guidelines—developed by Autistic midwives, for midwives—to improve care for Autistic women and birthing people during pregnancy and childbirth.

This free, interactive event will feature:

🗣️ Di Fox, midwife and MARG founder, sharing the vision and design behind these pioneering guidelines.

🛠️ Rebecca Warboys, midwife, offering practical tips and real-world walkthroughs to help you apply the guidelines in clinical settings.

🔬 A MARG researcher presenting insights on how these guidelines will shape current and future research in maternity and autism.

🎤 Hosted by MARG Chair Hayley Morgan, with live chat support and an open Q&A session to answer your questions in real time.

Whether you're a midwife, healthcare professional, researcher, or advocate, this event is your opportunity to be part of a movement toward more inclusive, informed, and compassionate maternity care.

NB: * Zoom invitations are sent in the order confirmation email*

Frequently asked questions

Q: Who is this event for?

A: This event is ideal for midwives, maternity professionals, researchers, students, and anyone interested in improving care for Autistic women and birthing people.

Q: What are the Best Practice Guidelines?

A: These are evidence-informed, experience-led guidelines created by Autistic midwives to support midwifery care for Autistic people during pregnancy and childbirth.

Q: Is the event free to attend?

Yes it is free and open to all.

Q. How do I join the event?

Once you register, you’ll receive a confirmation email with a link to join the live session on the day.

Q. Will the event be recorded?

Yes, the event will be recorded and made available to registered attendees after the session.

Q. Can I ask questions during the event?

Absolutely! There will be a live chat and a dedicated Q&A session where your questions will be answered by the panel.

Q: Who are the speakers?

Speakers include Di Fox (MARG founder), Rebecca Warboys (midwife), a MARG researcher, and the event will be hosted by MARG Chair Hayley Morgan.

Q: Will I receive a certificate of attendance?

Yes, certificates will be available upon request after the event.

Q. How can I stay updated on future MARG events or resources?

Follow MARG on social media or sign up to our mailing list during the event to stay informed.

Q. How can you accommodate those with different communication styles or needs?

Chat function communication is just as valid as verbal responses- we will endeavour to read this out in an appropriate timeframe. Additionally, Closed Captioning will be available and a transcript of the event will be available upon request after the event. You are also welcome to email follow-ups.

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Sep 18 · 08:00 PDT