PIF Categories: Pregnancy

My waters have broken and I’m not having contractions – what happens next?

Date: 07/01/2026

Read our guide below about what to do when your waters break and you’re not having contractions. Download the patient information in PDF format by following the link on the […]

Preparing your skin for a caesarean

Date: 24/11/2025

Read our guide below about how to prepare your skin for a caesarean. You can also download a PDF version of this patient information by following the link on the […]

Smoking in pregnancy – supporting you to quit for the best start for you and your baby

Date: 24/06/2025

Read our guide below about how to quit smoking in pregnancy. You can also download a PDF version of this patient information by following the link on the right. This […]

Group B Streptococcus (GBS) in pregnancy and newborn babies

Date: 27/05/2025

Please find information about Group B Streptococcus on the NHS website.  

Looking after your skin

Date: 16/02/2025

Read our guide below to help prevent pressure damage in labour and the postnatal period. You can also download a PDF version of this patient information by following the link […]

Antenatal screening for diabetes in pregnancy

Date: 09/02/2025

Read our guide below to understand what to expect from antenatal screening for gestational diabetes. You can also download a PDF version of this patient information by following the link […]

Badger Notes: Your pregnancy care record

Date: 03/02/2025

Download the app via: the App Store Google Play What you’ll need: The passphrase given to you by your midwife over the telephone Your mobile phone to receive your verification […]

Gestational diabetes guidance

Date: 20/01/2025

Read our guide below to find out you what care to expect during the rest of your pregnancy and the postnatal period if you have gestational diabetes. It won’t answer […]

Twins and multiple pregnancies

Date: 10/10/2024

Please view  Pregnant with twins – NHS  on the www.nhs.net website

Vaccinations that help protect you and your baby during and after pregnancy

Date: 18/09/2024

Please view the latest information about recommended vaccinations during pregnancy on the National NHS website: Vaccinations in pregnancy – NHS (www.nhs.uk)