If you are rhesus negative and pregnant this is information you need. Anti-D may not be needed or appropriate. A simple blood test can clarify but is not yet always offered by the NHS.
Fetal rhesus testing
How to prepare for a homebirth
I very am happy to be able to offer a private homebirth service in Sussex and Surrey as part of a wide range of services. The decision about place of birth, and who you choose to care for you is really important. This post brings together things my clients have told me are useful as they prepare for a homebirth.…
Private midwives, independent midwives and insurance
Many people ask me to explain about private midwives, independent midwives and insurance. There is a lot of confusion so I will aim to explain the situation, as it stands today, and as I understand it. There is currently a story doing the rounds on social media that midwifery outside the NHS will have to stop at the end of…
Pregnancy, Birth and Covid-19
The situation about care in pregnancy, birth and Covid-19 has been fast changing. The vaccination programme is now in full swing but many services remain very significantly affected. I am glad that I have been able to work throughout, visiting clients at home, providing antenatal, birth and postnatal care, according to their individual preferences and needs. I am happy to…