Complete Hospital Birth Care

A full package of care throughout pregnancy, birth and the early days with a newborn

Hospital Birth

If you feel most comfortable giving birth in a hospital or have been advised to do so, having some additional support can make the process less daunting.

Having your own Independent Midwife throughout your pregnancy and there with you, providing care during early labour at home and accompanying you when it’s time to transfer to the hospital ensures you have consistent support and advocacy from someone you know and trust, every step of the way.

Your birth….. Your choice

Full indemnity insurance is provided for your birth, with me as your personal midwife. I am a full Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Registered Midwife. I follow the National Institute for Health & Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines as well as adhere to the NMC code.

The Hospital Care Package includes……..

Your very own midwife, dedicated to supporting you throughout your pregnancy, labour, birth, and the early days with your newborn, is here for you every step of the way. We're available between appointments from 9 am to 6 pm, Monday to Saturday, via WhatsApp, email, or telephone, ensuring that you always have access to the care you need.

Our care is tailored specifically to your needs and preferences. Each appointment is unhurried and takes place in the comfort of your own home, providing you with the opportunity to discuss every aspect of your care in as much detail as you wish, in a relaxed and enlightening atmosphere.

Continuity of care is incredibly beneficial for mum, baby, and the entire family. By building a relationship based on mutual trust and respect throughout your pregnancy, you’ll have the peace of mind knowing exactly who will be supporting you during labour, birth, and those precious early days with your newborn. This consistent, personalised approach ensures a smoother, more reassuring experience for all.

You have your personal midwife, committed to supporting you holistically throughout your pregnancy, labour, birth, and the early days with your newborn, goes beyond clinical care to ensure your overall well-being.

Antenatal Care

With you and your family at the centre of care at all times, you are in the driver’s seat, with care being offered in line with NICE Antenatal Care guidelines. We will also have plenty of time to discuss birth preferences and preparation for the early days with your newborn.

Our comprehensive antenatal care schedule begins with a booking appointment to explore your birth preferences, medical history, and any previous birth experiences. At 12 weeks, you'll receive a full antenatal check and follow-up after your ultrasound scan.

By 16 weeks, we provide another full antenatal check with the option for an obstetric review if needed. At 20 weeks, another full check and scan follow-up is conducted. Regular full antenatal checks continue at 24, 28, 31, 34, and 36 weeks.

From 37 weeks, our 24/7 on-call service begins, ensuring continuous support.

Full antenatal checks are carried out at 38, 39, and 40 weeks, with the 40-week appointment offering an optional membrane sweep. If needed, additional full checks will be provided beyond 41 weeks.

You'll have a dedicated midwife available 24/7 from 37 weeks gestation, supporting you at your chosen hospital as your advocate and birth supporter.

Offering the use of a TENS Machine, providing immediate postnatal care for both you and your baby, and assisting with the initiation of your chosen feeding method.

Birth care

Postnatal Care

Life with a new baby is a wonderful, yet sometimes vulnerable time. While you recover physically, process your birth experience, and adjust to life as a new parent, we will be there to support you and your family through this transition.

Regular visits are included in this package of care, starting with a full postnatal check and holistic support for you, your baby, and your family on Day 1. On Day 5, you'll receive another full check, support, and the newborn blood spot screen (NBBS) as part of the national screening program, if you consent. Similar visits occur on Day 7, Day 10 (which also includes the handover to a Health Visitor, if consented to), Day 14, Day 21, and Day 28.

Each visit is tailored to meet your individual needs and includes emotional and physical support, a birth debrief if needed, feeding support for you and your baby, mindfulness and relaxation techniques, personalized guidance, friendly chats, and a cup of tea made by me. You will also receive ongoing virtual support.