Gateshead Maternity & Neonatal Voices Partnership - MNVP

24/03/2026

Come along to our new Feeding Friends group at IKEA Gateshead on Monday 30th March 11.30-1pm. Speak to our Infant Feeding Team about anything feeding related.

24/03/2026

🌸 Do you remember our post last week asking you to keep your eyes peeled for the next Women’s Health Day?

Well… look no further — it’s confirmed, and it’s bigger and better than ever! 💗✨

Are you worried about lumps or bumps?
Had persistent coughs or recurring chest infections?
Noticed abnormal discharge or bleeding?
Concerned about your liver health?

💛 Come along to our FREE Women’s Health Day, where nurses and health professionals will be on-site all day to support you — no appointment needed, just walk in.

You can access:
🌼 Free check-ups
🌼 Contraception advice & support
🌼 Sexual health screenings
🌼 Menopause advice
🌼 Liver screenings & scans
🌼 Cervical screenings
🌼 Breast screening specialists
🌼 And much more…

📍 Gateshead Recovery Partnership
47 Jackson Street, Gateshead, NE8 1EE
📅 31st March | From 9AM onwards

🎁 PLUS… we’ll be revealing our amazing luxury hamper tomorrow!
It’s bigger and better than ever — and every attendee gets a FREE raffle ticket for a chance to win.

🛍️ Free goody bags • Greggs vouchers • Refreshments • Supportive, safe environment

Let’s come together and Let Women Thrive. 💖

For more info, call: 0191 594 7821

12/03/2026

If you have any questions, please get in touch

09/03/2026

Today, on International Women’s Day, we are taking a moment to celebrate the incredible women who define our Trust. 💜

Did you know that over 80% of our workforce is female? From the frontline clinicians and specialists to our estates, domestic, and administrative teams, women are the heartbeat of everything we do.

But our gratitude doesn't stop at our hospital doors. We also want to thank our female patients for your strength and for trusting us with your care; our female partners for your tireless collaboration in the local community; our female supporters for the kindness you show our staff every single day.

To all the women who inspire us, lead us, and care for us, thank you.

16/02/2026

Thanks to everyone who came along to our feedback event on Saturday at the beautiful Pineapple and Bears in Birtley! We had some great conversations and came away with lots of insightful comments. We’ll use what you’ve said to identify recurring themes and feed these back to the Trust. As always, if you have more to say about helping us to improve maternity services in Gateshead, send us a message! ❤️

09/02/2026

2026 NHS Maternity Survey

The NHS will soon be conducting a survey to find out about mothers’ recent experiences of antenatal care, labour and birth, and postnatal care.

This survey is part of a national programme to improve experiences of maternity services.

08/02/2026

With Ramadan starting soon, we've spoken to experts to find out whether you should fast if you're pregnant or breastfeeding, and how to maintain your energy levels if you're fasting and looking after children.

23/01/2026

National Maternity and Neonatal Investigation Call for Evidence

Message from Karen Parker, Associate Director or Midwifery/SCBU, Gateshead Health.

You may be aware of a national review which is taking place in maternity and neonatal services across England. It is essential that the review hears all the voices of service users and support partners - they want to hear about both good and bad experiences to understand where things need to be improved and to learn from areas of good practice.

The surveys are open now until 17th March 2026, and can be accessed via the link below. There are easy read and alternative language options also available.

Baroness Amos is asking women and families across England to share their experiences of maternity and neonatal care through a public Call for Evidence.

23/01/2026

You can always ask questions about your care and treatment.

Your midwife or doctor can give you the information you need to make the choice that’s right for you.

Find out more about your birth choices: https://bit.ly/47U6KZt

23/01/2026

💛 Stay & Play at The Special Lioness – Saturday 24 January 💛

We’re looking forward to welcoming families to a Stay & Play session at The Special Lioness in Washington later this month.

This relaxed, family-friendly session is open to any baby or babies who have spent time on a Neonatal Unit, and the whole family is welcome to attend.

🍼 Who can come?

• Babies aged 6 weeks corrected to 3 years corrected
• Siblings welcome up to 8 years old

📍 Where: The Special Lioness, 4–5 Baird Close, Washington, NE37 3HL
🕚 When: Saturday 24 January, 11am–1pm

Families will be able to explore three sensory rooms, designed to stimulate, soothe and support little ones through sound, light, texture and play. Light refreshments will be provided, and a member of the Tiny Lives team will be there to welcome you and answer any questions.

The Special Lioness is a wonderful local charity supporting families of children with additional needs, disabilities and life-limiting conditions, creating inclusive, enriching spaces where families can simply be together.

Book your space here: https://www.tinylives.org.uk/meet-chat-learn/

If you know a family who might benefit, please do share 💫
We’d love to see you there.

11/12/2025

10/12/2025

Congratulations to all the staff at the maternity department and SCBU who work so hard for Gateshead families!

Gateshead Health’s Maternity Services have been ranked one of the best nationally in the 2025 Maternity Survey of pregnant women and new families.

This incredible achievement is a direct result of the compassion, dignity, and respect shown by our dedicated staff, earning us a remarkable 92.5% overall positive score.

Our maternity and support teams work hard to deliver outstanding care, tailored to individual needs. 💙

Read the full story and what this means for local families https://www.gatesheadhealth.nhs.uk/news/gateshead-maternity-services-ranked-best-in-the-country-following-outstanding-patient-feedback/