Service: Neonatal
Neonatal
We look after vulnerable babies who need a higher level of medical care soon after birth. If your baby is born too early or is experiencing problems, they may be transferred to the […]
Neonatal Unit
Welcome to the Neonatal Unit Our Philosophy: “Partners in care, sharing your journey through the Neonatal Unit, helping you and your family along the way by delivering safe and compassionate […]
Donor breast milk
Information for parents on the Neonatal Unit This information leaflet is based on ‘Guidelines for the establishment and operation of human milk banks in the UK (UKAMB – United Kingdom […]
Infection screening for newborn babies
Read our guide below which explains about infection screening for your newborn baby. You can also download a PDF version of this patient information by following the link on the […]
Newborn hip screening
Read our guide below which explains about developmental dysplasia of the hip and and how we screen for it. You can also download a PDF version of this patient information […]
Tube feeding your baby
Please find a link to a learning pack provided by the Thames Valley & Wessex Neonatal Network: ‘Tube feeding your baby on the neonatal unit’ (The links above goes to […]
Home oxygen care plan
Weaning Home Oxygen Plan Once your baby is home, your community nurse will arrange a sleep study. This usually happens within 2 weeks post discharge. You will be asked to […]
Obstetric Brachial Plexus Injury
What is it? The brachial plexus is a network of 5 nerves coming from the neck into the arm. These nerves provide movement and feeling to the arm and hand. […]
Crying and feeding issues
Advice and help for people looking after young infants who may have worries about crying and feeding issues is available on the NHS.uk website: Please follow this link to tips […]
Neonatal Outreach Team
The Neonatal Outreach Team is a team of neonatal nurses who provide nursing care and support for babies and their families after discharge home from the Neonatal Unit. Why might […]