Archives: Patient Information Leaflets
Contraceptive choices after you have had your baby
Having a new baby is a busy time and it is easy to forget about contraception. Your periods can return 5-6 weeks after you have your baby, however as ovulation […]
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 […]
Obstetric cholestasis postnatal information
Obstetric cholestasis (OC) is a disorder that affects your liver during pregnancy. This causes a build-up of bile acids in your body. The main symptom is itching of the skin […]
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 […]
Donor breast milk
Read our guide below on donor milk and how we screen for breast milk donors. You can also download a PDF version of this patient information by following the link […]
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 […]
Following the loss of your baby
We wish to extend our sympathy to you and offer you our support at this difficult time. We hope this information will offer you help and guidance in your time […]