PIF Categories: Pregnancy
My baby seems small
What does it mean if my baby seems small? Small for gestational age refers to a baby that appears not to have reached the expected weight/growth for the number of […]
A guide on COVID-19 vaccine for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding
COVID-19 vaccine is strongly recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and the Royal College of Midwives. The coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccines available in […]
Rothschild Ward welcome letter – Antenatal
Welcome to Rothschild Ward. We appreciate that being in hospital while pregnant can be an anxious time, and we are here to support you. We want your stay with us […]
Support guide for perinatal mental health
Pregnancy is often a very happy and exciting time. But not everyone feels this way. You may have mixed, or even negative, feelings about being pregnant. You may find it […]
Vitamin D in pregnancy, breastfeeding and children under 5
This information is to help you understand the benefits of taking vitamin D supplements when you are pregnant or breastfeeding. What does vitamin D do? Vitamin D regulates the amount […]
COVID-19 and flu vaccines in pregnancy
Information about COVID-19 vaccines recommended in pregnancy. The vaccine is safe and effective at any stage of pregnancy. Vaccination is the best way to protect against the known risks of […]
Reducing your risk of blood clots (venous thrombosis) during pregnancy and after birth
How you can reduce your risk of a blood clot that can sometimes occur in a vein during pregnancy. What is venous thrombosis? Thrombosis is a blood clot and venous […]
Vaginal birth after caesarean section (VBAC)
Introduction At Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust we are committed to promoting and supporting vaginal birth for women who have previously given birth by caesarean section. This is called a VBAC […]
Why a healthy weight in pregnancy matters
What is the Body Mass Index? How will it affect your care? The body mass index (BMI) is a measure that uses your height and weight to work out if […]
Suspected pulmonary embolism (PE) in pregnancy
What is a pulmonary embolus? A deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot that forms in one of the deep veins of the leg. If the clot moves to […]