Gateshead Health Maternity

06/09/2025

📢 Emergency Alert Test – Sunday 7 September at 3pm 📢

The government will be testing a new UK-wide Emergency Alert system. At 3pm, a message will automatically appear on the screen of compatible mobile phones, along with a loud siren and vibration even if your device is set to silent.

⚠️ For people who keep a hidden phone for safety, this unexpected alert could reveal the device and put them in danger.

If this applies to you or someone you know, the alerts can be switched off:
🔹 On iPhone – open Settings, search “Emergency Alerts”, and toggle off Extreme and Severe alerts
🔹 On Android – open Settings, search “Emergency Alerts”, and switch off the alert types listed

Please share to help make sure everyone who needs this information sees it. 💙

Gateshead NHS
Gateshead Maternity & Neonatal Voices Partnership - MNVP

03/09/2025

📢 Emergency Alert Test – Sunday 7 September at 3pm 📢

The government will be testing a new UK-wide Emergency Alert system. At 3pm, a message will automatically appear on the screen of compatible mobile phones, along with a loud siren and vibration even if your device is set to silent.

⚠️ For people who keep a hidden phone for safety, this unexpected alert could reveal the device and put them in danger.

If this applies to you or someone you know, the alerts can be switched off:
🔹 On iPhone – open Settings, search “Emergency Alerts”, and toggle off Extreme and Severe alerts
🔹 On Android – open Settings, search “Emergency Alerts”, and switch off the alert types listed

Please share to help make sure everyone who needs this information sees it. 💙

Gateshead Maternity & Neonatal Voices Partnership - MNVP
Gateshead NHS

01/09/2025

Starting today, you can get your flu vaccine, this is safe at any stage during your pregnancy.

Vaccinations are an important part of antenatal care, helping to protect both you and your baby.

Join us at our drop-in clinics:

Every Monday at the Women’s Health Clinic, QE Hospital.
13:30 – 17:00pm

Every Wednesday at, Teams Family Hub, Rose Street, Teams, Gateshead, NE8 2LS
9:30am – 12:30pm

No appointment needed — just drop in!

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28/08/2025

From spring into summer 🌸☀️

Here are our birth stats for April to July

Congratulations to all the new families! 💕

26/08/2025

FREE Baby First Aid Skills this Autumn 🍂!

Would you know what to do in a First aid emergency💉🚑? Would you like to learn the basic skills to help your baby if anything should happen? Here at our Family Hubs we are offering a FREE Baby first aid course where we will cover how to perform CPR, what to do if your baby is choking and what to do if your baby has drowned.

Contact your local family hub today to book your space!

📅 Tuesday 9th September 2025
⏰ 10:00-11:00am
📍 Chowdene Family Hub, Waverley Road, Chowdene, NE9 7TU
☎️ (0191) 433 5052

📅 Tuesday 16th September 2025
⏰ 10:00-11:00am
📍 Chopwell Family Hub, Derwent Street, Chopwell, NE17 7HS
☎️ (0191) 433 5579

📅 Tuesday 23rd September 2025
⏰ 10:00-11:00am
📍 Deckham Family Hub, Elgin Centre, Elgin Road, NE9 5PA
☎️ (0191) 433 6310

📅 Tuesday 7th October 2025
⏰ 10:00-11:00am
📍 Blaydon Winlaton Family Hub, Shibdon Bank, Blaydon, NE21 5EZ
☎️ (0191) 433 5579

📅 Tuesday 14th October 2025
⏰ 10:00-11:00am
📍 Felling Family Hub, High Street, Felling, NE10 9LT
☎️ (0191) 433 5666

➡️ www.gateshead.gov.uk/familyhubs

26/08/2025

A reminder that we are at Teams Family Hub every Wednesday.

Please pop along and get your recommended pregnancy vaccines 🦠💉

Come and join us tomorrow at our pregnancy vaccine drop ins.

Every Wednesday, Teams Family Hub, 9:30am - 12:30pm

Pop along and our Midwives can answer any questions about vaccinations in Pregnancy 👩‍⚕️

20/08/2025

18/08/2025

FREE INFANT MASSAGE: starting week commencing 8th September 2025

Infant massage is a FREE 5 week course for babies from 6 weeks which has been known to have the following benefits:

➡️ Strengthening bond between baby and parent
➡️ Helping baby feel secure, loved and valued
➡️ Reducing crying and emotional distress
➡️ Increased levels of relaxation and longer sleep
➡️ Relief from wind, colic, constipation and teething discomfort

Days, times, venues and how to book ⬇️

📅 Monday's
⏰ 1:30-2:30pm
📍 Wrekenton Hub, High Street, Wrekenton, Gateshead, NE9 7JR
☎️ (0191) 433 5052

📅 Monday's
⏰ 1:30-2:30pm
📍 Teams Family Hub, Rose Street, Teams, Gateshead, NE8 2LS
☎️ (0191) 433 6310

📅 Tuesday's
⏰ 10:00-11:00am
📍 Chowdene Family Hub, Waverley Road, Chowdene, Gateshead, NE9 7TU
☎️ (0191) 433 5052

📅 Thursday's
⏰ 1:30-2:30pm
📍 Birtley Harras Bank Family Hub, Birtley, Gateshead, DH3 2LN
☎️ (0191) 433 5052

📅 Friday's
⏰ 1:30-2:30pm
📍 Blaydon Winlaton Family Hub, Shibdon Bank, NE21 5EZ
☎️ (0191) 433 5579

📅 Friday's
⏰ 1:30-2:30pm
📍 Deckham Family Hub, the Elgin Centre, Elgin Road, Gateshead, NE9 5PA
☎️ (0191) 433 6310

➡️ www.gateshead.gov.uk/familyhubs

13/08/2025

🌞 Warm weather making your little one fussy?

Overheating can leave babies uncomfortable, unsettled and harder to soothe, often resulting in more crying. A timely reminder from ICON:

I – Infant crying is normal, and it will stop. Crying tends to increase around two weeks of age, peak at six to eight weeks, then gradually diminish.

C – Comfort methods can help (rocking, gentle touch, soothing sounds).

O – It is okay to walk away briefly if the crying gets too much, just ensure the baby is safe first.

N – Never, ever shake or hurt a baby.

Top tips to cool and calm your baby:

• Dress them in light, loose-fitting clothing.
• Keep rooms cool by drawing curtains during the day.
• Use a fan for air circulation, but do not aim it directly at the baby.
• Offer feeds more often to keep them hydrated.
• Never leave a baby, even for a moment, in a parked car.

If your baby seems unusually sleepy, irritable, or has fewer wet nappies, they may be dehydrated. Consider seeking medical advice.

Stay cool, stay safe, and remember: Babies cry. You can cope!

12/08/2025

During periods of hot weather it can be a challenging and uncomfortable time if you are pregnant, here are some tips to keep cool and safe 🥵

Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids, aiming for 1.6 litres (6-8 glasses) daily, and more in hot weather.

Limit Sun Exposure: Avoid direct sunlight, especially between 11 am and 3 pm.

Stay Cool: Take cool baths or showers, and use fans to circulate air.

Wear Loose Clothing: Opt for light-coloured, loose-fitting clothing made of natural fibres.

Avoid Strenuous Activity: Reduce or avoid strenuous exercise during the hottest parts of the day.

Monitor for Symptoms: Be aware of symptoms of heat exhaustion or heatstroke, such as dizziness, headache, or intense thirst.

Seek Shade: If you need to be outside, stay in the shade as much as possible.

Check on Others: If you know anyone who may be more vulnerable, such as the elderly or those with pre-existing conditions, check on them and ensure they are taking precautions as well

Hot weather can be extra challenging when you’re pregnant. Tommy’s midwife Amina has some tips for staying safe and well in hot weather, at home and abroad.