It’s been an interesting and educational week for me working as a midwife in Malawi. I have been working in Chintheche district hospital, finding out about how maternity services are organised and delivered. The hospital is even busier than I had heard. They see around 160 admissions each month to the delivery ward, of whom about 20-30% are transferred to…
Most people know basically what a midwife, is but you may wonder how do you get a midwife? In this blog I will set out your options and give you some things to consider. In the UK, registered midwives are the professional experts in supporting pregnancy, birth and the early days with your baby – when things are progressing normally.…
Congratulations! Finding out that you are pregnant is life changing. However, many people immediately start to worry. How do you know what to do when you get a positive pregnancy test? How do you know what checks and tests you need? Who can you ask? You do not need to see your GP. You do not need them to “confirm”…
A positive pregnancy test can trigger a wide range of emotions. Even if this is a much wanted and planned pregnancy the reality can be daunting. Read on for some ideas about what to do next and how to get the care and support which is right for you…. If you are happy to be pregnant it is a wonderful…
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.