Author: Sarah Hampton
Description: Autism has historically been conceptualised as a predominantly male condition, and as such, female autistic people have been underdiagnosed and under-researched. Until recently, there was a dearth of evidence into how best to support autistic people through common life experiences such as pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. This article outlines the growing evidence base concerning the experiences of autistic birthing parents and outlines recommendations for adjustments to clinical practice. 

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