Abbey Birth Centre & ASPH Maternity

17/10/2025

💬 Parent feedback from our maternity services 💬

“I was treated with great attention, kindness, patience and respect…”

We’re proud to share this feedback from a parent who recently received care from our midwifery and obstetrics teams.

Thank you for your kind words 💜

15/10/2025

This year marks the 22nd year of Baby Loss Awareness Week in the UK - a week for everyone who has experienced a baby loss to come together to remember and commemorate our much-love and missed babies.

This week also provides an opportunity to raise awareness of the impact of pregnancy and baby loss; the importance that bereavement support plays in the ongoing bereavement journey and of the vital work that is needed to improve pregnancy outcomes and save babies' lives.

Baby Loss Awareness Week culminates with the global 'Wave of Light' on 15th October, which is also a globally recognised event.

We invite you to join families across the world by lighting a candle today at 7pm local time and leaving it to burn for at least one hour to remember all babies that have died too soon.

14/10/2025

Our maternity clinical practice educator, Dee attended the Brooklands Innovation Academy at the start of October to engage with and inspire local students about careers in the NHS.

On the day she ran a workshop in partnership with the trauma and orthopaedic clinical practice educator, offering a unique insight into their roles and how they support both their team and their patients.

The interactive session was met with great enthusiasm and curiosity from the students.

10/10/2025

This year marks the 22nd year of Baby Loss Awareness Week in the UK - a week for everyone who has experienced a baby loss to come together to remember and commemorate our much-love and missed babies.
This week also provides an opportunity to raise awareness of the impact of pregnancy and baby loss; the importance that bereavement support plays in the ongoing bereavement journey and of the vital work that is needed to improve pregnancy outcomes and save babies' lives.

The Birth Reflections Team have been on the Maternity Unit today with a tea trolley raising awareness and handing out goodies.

Baby Loss Awareness Week culminates with the global 'Wave of Light' on 15th October, which is also a globally recognised event.

We invite you to join families across the world by lighting a candle at 7pm local time and leaving it to burn for at least one hour to remember all babies that have died too soon.

02/10/2025

📣 Book your space at our upcoming antenatal education classes

Are you under the care of Ashford and St Peter’s Hospitals and around 34 weeks pregnant? Prepare for birth and beyond with our Midwife-led Antenatal Education Programme - open to all expectant parents under our care.

Spaces fill quickly - reserve your place now via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/ashford-st-peters-hospital-maternity-service-18099755566

Any questions? Get in touch 👉 asp-tr.antenatal.education@nhs.net

26/09/2025

We’re delighted to announce that our maternity service has been awarded a ‘Good’ rating by the Care Quality Commission!

The report share insights from people using the service who said they felt treated with kindness and dignity, were listened to by staff, who respected their choices and supported them to have the birth experience they wanted, wherever safe to do so.

Louise Stead, Group Chief Executive, said: “This result is a testament to the team’s hard work, resilience and determination to deliver sustained improvement.”

Thank you to our staff and everyone who shared their experiences during the inspection. Your voices helped shape this achievement.

Read more: https://www.ashfordstpeters.nhs.uk/latest-news/3296-maternity-services-rated-good-by-care-quality-commission

24/09/2025

We understand that some people may be concerned about recent media coverage around the use of paracetamol in pregnancy. Please be assured that paracetamol is safe to use when you are pregnant. If you are concerned please speak to your midwife.

The Medicines & Healthcare products Regulatory Agency confirm that taking paracetamol during pregnancy remains safe and there is no evidence it causes autism in children.

Read more in their latest update.

➡️ https://www.gov.uk/government/news/mhra-confirms-taking-paracetamol-during-pregnancy-remains-safe-and-there-is-no-evidence-it-causes-autism-in-children

05/09/2025

Listening, supporting, and caring - just some of the ways we're here to help you💜

If you'd like to share your feedback with our team, please email asp-tr.patient.advice@nhs.net

29/08/2025

It's so lovely to receive this wonderful feedback from a parent who recently gave birth at ASPH:

💬 “The care we received on the labour ward was absolutely outstanding. The staff was knowledgeable, empathetic and the midwives were amazing.”

Thank you to our incredible maternity team for making a real difference every day 👶💫

22/08/2025

We're proud to share this heartfelt feedback from someone who recently used our services:

💬 “The staff were professional, courteous, and made me feel at ease throughout the appointment… Thank you for your compassionate care – it truly made a difference.”

From clear communication to compassionate care, our maternity team is here to support you every step of the way 💜

19/08/2025

👶Have you booked your maternity care with Ashford and St Peter's Hospitals? 👶

In addition to our trust run antenatal education classes, you can access free online courses, including Understanding your pregnancy, labour, birth and your baby (antenatal) using the link below ⬇️

Surrey residents can register online using the access code ACORN.

To access these resources and more, visit 🔗 https://inourplace.co.uk/online-antenatal-courses/

15/08/2025

Such kind words to read - thank you for sharing 💜

If you'd like to share your feedback with our team, please email asp-tr.patient.advice@nhs.net