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Phone Support Lines
How do I speak up for myself to a health professional?
"my provider didn't allow me to ask questions.""I understand I am the patient and you are the professional, but it is important for me to get my questions answered." "My provider didn't give me the appropriate amount of ultrasounds/testing.""I have done some research and I understand I should be getting [number] ultrasounds. May I book this ultrasound now?" or "I am concerned because I did not get the test for ____. How do I make an appointment to get this done?" |
"My provider didn't come in and explain my results.""I don't mean to overstep boundaries but I was told my doctor would give me the results for ___ by [this day]. It is important for me to get an explanation for these results by my doctor." "My provider made a judgmental remark." (i.e., young mom, pretty mom, black mom)"Help me to understand how being a ___ mom impacts ___?" |
"My provider didn't provide proper instructions or referrals.""Unfortunately, I don't have experience doing _____. Can you give me a more-in depth explanation or refer me to someone who can help?" "I feel like i may have postpartum depression/anxiety.""I would like to have a referral to a mental health provider, I have been having feelings of [sadness, anxiety, etc.]" |
Self-care for Pregnant women & Mothers
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