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| by Liz Nightingale, NHS and Independent Midwife |
| THIS PAGE IS CURENTLY UNDER CONSTRUCTION Preparation, Preparation, Preparation |
| By this time there are hundreds or questions in your mind, especially if you are a first time mum. So, this might be a long section, but we'll try and get through some of the main ones: |
| Where will I have my baby? Hopefully, you have already discussed this with your midwife, but now is the time to start visiting hospitals (or considering a homebirth)! |
| Ask your midwife for options within the NHS - they can vary widely. Some ares have seperate maternity units, away from the main hospital - but this is not always the case. However the may be a couple of main hospitals to choose from, so important to visit and see where the unit is and what options for birth they offer. It's unlikley that you will have the same midwife who you have seen during your pregnancy attending the birth (this is called 'continuity of care' and isn't really available on the NHS.If you feel that it is an important part of your care, speak to your local independent midwife about your options for continuity of care both during the birth and after your baby is born If you decide on a home birth, your GP and midwife will be in charge of your care, so discuss it with them as early as possible. |
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