Who we are | Bucks MVP

Lauren

Bereavement Lead

I’m Lauren. Bereavement Lead for MNVP. Mum to three children, one of whom was born sleeping.

Nothing can prepare you for losing a child. But after experiencing such a profound loss, I began to appreciate the importance of support from those who truly understand.

I started working for MNVP in January 2024. My aim is to be able to offer families a safe space to grieve and the opportunity to meet and be around people who comprehend the gravity of child loss. I endeavour to make the services available to us as good as they can be, to help us begin to move forwards. None of us want to be walking this path, and I am passionate that we will do it together.

Olivia

Co Lead

I’m Lulu, Vice Lead for Bucks and Mum (at the moment) of 1 little boy.

I spent my pregnancy under the care of the Perimental Health Team. This is something that I really care about- especially as it’s estimated that it’s believed to affect between 10-20% of all birthing people during their pregnancy and in the year after their birth. I look forward to working with the community and the NHS Trust to try and ensure positive maternity experiences become the new normal.

In my spare time, you tend to find me outdoors- whether that’s on a run with my little boy in tow, or somewhere in the garden making a mess (or trying to fit everyone in the car for a trip to Cornwall- my happy place!). I still work full time in my current legal role, for an ambulance trust.

Leanne

Treasurer and Engagement Lead

I’m Leanne, Treasurer and Engagement Lead for Bucks MNVP and the longest standing member of the committee.

I am a mum of 2 boys and a Hypnobirthing and Antenatal teacher based in Tring. I have taught hundreds of parents locally and I believe that the MNVP gives people a voice and a chance to engage with their maternity service and help push for change.

When I am not immersed in the world of birth, I like to try and help with local environmental groups to care for our planet children’s future.

The MNVP includes a hardworking committee made up of parents, local birth workers, antenatal teachers, hypnobirthing practitioners and more, along with volunteers known as Service User Reps.

You are likely to come across them in local groups and out in the community collecting feedback.

We also have a wide representation of staff from across the NHS and related professions.

In addition to the MNVP leads and volunteers, at meetings we will also usually have in attendance the Director and Head of Midwifery, Consultant Midwife, Antenatal, NICU leads, Labour Ward and Postnatal ward representatives, GP's, Obstetric representative, Infant Feeding Team representative, Health Visiting representative, Bucks CCG Representative, Healthwatch representative, Bucks New University representative and many more.

Khairun

Engagement Lead

Hello, my name is Khairun and I have 3 young children. I joined first as a mama attending the Mamas and Babas session (which I now help run) where I heard about Bucks MNVP which then led me to the Engagement Lead role.

It’s a very fulfilling and rewarding role which gives me an opportunity to make a positive impact for mothers, newborns and also for the community. I hope to continue making the changes and playing a part in improving the outcome for everyone.

Ashleigh

Co Lead

I’m Ashleigh, Mum to 3 gorgeous children.

I had three very different experiences of pregnancy and labour especially as there is only 11 months between my youngest two children.

I am passionate about maternity & neonatal care and advocating for all women and birthing people, from all walks of life including, but not limited to LGBTQIA+, young parents, ethnic minorities and the gypsy traveller community. I am currently supporting our Bereavement Lead to ensure these parents also have a voice and receive support.

I strive to create a positive relationship with our trust team and support staff morale.

I’ve previously worked in Charity Finance & H.R but women’s health, maternity and neonatal care is where my passion lies. I joined the MNVP as Co Lead in December 2021.

Lisa

Equity, Inclusion & Engagement Lead

I’m Lisa, the Equity, Inclusion & Engagement Lead. I am also a mum of two little ones. During mat leave for the first time I started a coffee morning for local families. Through these mornings I was hearing a wide range of experiences and it spurred me on to join the MNVP. I aim to help ensure people of all backgrounds and identities have the opportunity to feed back their experiences of the maternity services in a safe and welcoming environment.

Becca

Neonatal Lead and Vice Lead

I’m Becca and I’m Neonatal Lead for Buckinghamshire MNVP. I joined the team in November 2023.

I have three children, all of whom I had completely different birth experiences with. My youngest spent some time in Transitional Care and as a result, I felt passionate about joining MNVP and trying to make a difference.

My background is legal and I also volunteer as a Witness Support for Citizens Advice, supporting vulnerable people.