What to Expect

When a woman becomes seriously unwell during or after pregnancy, it can be frightening and confusing — both for her and for those who love her. The Maternal Critical Care Alliance (MCCA) exists to help families understand what’s happening, what…

Building confidence in caring for critically ill women

Caring for women with critical illness during or after pregnancy requires specialist knowledge, teamwork, and confidence. Yet many healthcare professionals say they receive little or no formal training in maternal critical care. That’s something the Maternal Critical Care Alliance (MCCA)…

Understanding Maternal Critical Care

When we talk about maternal critical care, we mean the care provided to women who become seriously unwell during pregnancy, childbirth, or soon after giving birth. While most pregnancies are straightforward, a small number develop complications that can be life-threatening…

Launching the Maternal Critical Care Alliance

A united effort to improve outcomes for critically ill mothers. The Maternal Critical Care Alliance (MCCA) launches on 10th September 2026* — bringing together professionals, organisations, and communities dedicated to improving the care of women who become critically unwell during…