New Pan Merseyside guidance on concealed, denied or late presentation of pregnancy

The concealment of a pregnancy represents a challenge for professionals in safeguarding the welfare and the wellbeing of the foetus (unborn child) and the mother.

The pan-Merseyside safeguarding partners have worked together to create new guidance for professionals.

More information can be found on our web page here and below is the link to the new guidance.

Pan Merseyside Guide to Concealed, Denied or Late Presentation of Pregnancy. (2026)