Your birth plan
Birth plans help everyone supporting you, from your midwife to a birth partner, to a friend, relative, or doula, to get a better idea of what you think might help you during labour…
One of the most important people at a birth is the birth partner (if we choose to have one – not everyone does). It is really important that we choose someone that is right for us and right for the…
Wherever you are planning to birth you are going to need to gather some kit for you, your birth partner and baby/ies for birth day. It is wise to have your kit packed and ready at least 2-3 weeks…
What is Induction of Labour?
Induction is when we start your labour artificially rather than you going into labour by yourself. There are certain scenarios in which we might suggest that you are…
Where will my baby sleep?
Before your baby arrives it’s time to do your ‘homework’ on safe infant sleep. You might want to consider how and where your baby will sleep before you spend all your spare…
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FAQs
Can my partner stay with me?
We know that birth partners are an essential source of support to labouring women and throughout the pandemic we have never…
How to register with a midwife
Simply click on this link and register with us online. Also check out the healthy pregnancy information to find out what you need to do straight away. Book your…
Activity in pregnancy
Keeping active during pregnancy has health benefits for you and baby. It could reduce your risk of operative birth and improve your birth experience. Find out what is safe and…
Building a happy and healthy baby begins way before they are born. Every baby needs nourishment and nurturing in the womb to give them their best start in life. Compared to other mammals, human…
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Antenatal Clinic - 01422 224580
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