Archives: Patient Information Leaflets

Induction of labour with a cervical balloon (Foley’s) catheter

Date: 20/09/2024 | Category:

Read our guide below about the induction of labour with a cervical balloon. You can also download a PDF version of this patient information by following the link on the […]

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

Date: 18/09/2024 | Category:

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

Preparing your skin for a caesarean

Date: 10/09/2024 | Category:

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 […]

Quadruple (quad) testing for Down’s syndrome

Date: 19/08/2024 | Category:

Read our guide below about quad testing for Down’s syndrome. You can also download a PDF version of this patient information by following the link on the right. Why do […]

Diet and gestational diabetes

Date: 01/08/2024 | Category:

For information about gestational diabetes please see: www.gestationaldiabetes.co.uk

Breech baby at the end of pregnancy

Date: 01/08/2024 | Category:

Please view information on the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) website: Breech baby at the end of pregnancy 

Expressing your breast milk

Date: 16/07/2024 | Category:

Breastfeeding is important for your baby, but you can’t always make sure you can feed them when needed. It’s helpful to learn how to express, store and use your breast […]

Breastfeeding for mothers with diabetes

Date: 04/05/2024 | Category:

Please view Protecting your baby from low blood glucose

Journey of a pre-term baby

Date: 16/04/2024 | Category:

View 3 short videos about maternity and neonatal care for premature babies: Journey of a pre-term baby 

Protecting your baby from low blood glucose

Date: 01/03/2024 | Category:

Read our guide below to find out more about how to protect your baby from low blood glucose. You can also download a PDF version of this patient information by […]