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17/05/2026

👐Have you heard of perineal massage before?

Research has shown that massaging your perineum (the area between your va**na and your back passage) from approximately 35 weeks pregnant can reduce the chance of you sustaining a tear that requires stitches.

It can also reduce the need for an episiotomy (a small cut into the perineum).

Perineal massage is thought to be particularly beneficial if you are having your first baby. Research also shows that antenatal perineal massage can reduce discomfort after the birth for people who are having their second or subsequent babies.

Perineal massage tips

Warm bath:

Sit in a warm bath before you start. This may help you to relax before the massage and loosen the muscles around your perineum.

Short nails:

The tissues in your va**na and perineum are very delicate. Make sure your nails are short to prevent scratching the skin, or any discomfort to the area.

Comfortable position:

You need to be relaxed during the massage, so it's important you find a comfortable position. The best place to perform this massage is in bed. Prop yourself up with pillows to support your back and bend your knees.

Lubricant:

Use a lubricant like vitamin E oil, almond oil or olive oil - you can always do a patch test first to avoid irritation to the area

Thumbs:

Hold your thumbs in the position shown for about 1 minute. Press down towards the a**s and to the sides of the va**na walls. Hold your thumbs in this position for about 1 minute. You will begin to feel a stretching sensation. Breathe deeply.

Gentle massage:

Gently massage the lower half of your va**na using a U-shaped movement for 2-3 minutes. Repeat this 2-3 times daily or when possible

It may take a couple of weeks of daily massage before you notice more elasticity in your perineal area.

www.rcog.org.uk/for-the-public/perineal-tears-and-episiotomies-in-childbirth/reducing-your-risk-of-perineal-tears/

16/05/2026

Stop SMOKING today 🚭

Quit now - for you, your baby and your family

Download the free quit smoking app -

www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking
www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/keeping-well

We are frequently asked about how to stop smoking in pregnancy. It's never too late to quit.

❌One cigarette holds 4000 chemicals, and that cigarette smoke creates two toxins: tar and carbon monoxide.

❌Each cigarette restricts the oxygen supply to your baby, resulting in your baby’s heart beating faster.

❌Carbon monoxide in pregnancy is linked to low birth-weight babies, premature birth and stillbirth.

❌ Children exposed to second hand smoke are more likely to develop asthma, bronchiolitis, pneumonia and have an increased risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).

❌Carbon monoxide can also be breathed in if other people are smoking around you.

📍E-ci******es allow you to inhale ni****ne through a v***r rather than smoke. By itself, ni****ne is considered relatively harmless to you and your baby.

📍E-ci******es are relatively new and there are still things we don't know, they are not risk free but thought to be less harmful than smoking

📍The v***r from an e-cigarette does contain some of the potentially harmful chemicals found in cigarette smoke

📍Other alternatives to ci******es are gum, patches or flavored ni****ne products.

If you would like to discuss stopping smoking in pregnancy or would like to be referred to our specialist midwife to help you quit, please access the Ask a Midwife service.

To find out more about quitting and to get support, call the National Smokefree helpline on 0300 123 1044

15/05/2026

👶Feeding Friday👶

There are so many benefits to breastfeeding – for both mother and baby!

Even though it’s a completely natural way to feed your baby it doesn’t come without its difficulties and can be a tricky skill to master. However, once you do get there, it can be an easy, cost-effective, and the most portable way to provide a baby with everything they need to grow.

Breastfeeding can take days or weeks to feel confident.
💜Have faith and confidence in your body
💜It is very rare for a mother to have insufficient milk - there is normally a route cause such as lack of stimulation, using a dummy or a using a breastmilk substitute (missing feeding ques or feeds)
💜Get the support early on during pregnancy and after baby is born to get the most information on your breastfeeding journey
💜Keep your baby close, babies need to feed little and often in the early days
💜Your supply of breastmilk will be very small to start with and increase over the days and weeks - try not to worry this is very normal

There is support available if you want to breastfeed your baby, if you’re having problems or if you want to surround yourself with similar families. Please Ask a Midwife for any help your need.

If you know of somebody in our community who can support breastfeeding, please comment below to share the information and promote breastfeeding for our mothers 😊

www.unicef.org.uk/babyfriendly/baby-friendly-resources/breastfeeding-resources/positioning-and-attachment-video/

www.nhs.uk/start4life/baby/feeding-your-baby/breastfeeding/

www.nhs.uk/conditions/baby/breastfeeding-and-bottle-feeding/breastfeeding/benefits/

14/05/2026

🌸Todays Thank You Thursday post comes from Kylie 🌸

"I just want to say a massive thank you to all the midwives at Scunthorpe hospital that helped out for the few nights I was in with baby Taliah I couldn’t of asked for more.. especially Paige and Rebecca who alongside the drs brought Taliah into the world. You’re all amazing thank you!! 🩷"

Thank you for your kind words, Kylie ❤

If you'd like to have your story or feedback featured in an upcoming Thank You Thursday post please send a direct message.

You can nominate a staff member for a shining lights recognition scheme here: https://forms.humberhealthpartnership.nhs.uk/shining-lights-nomination/

13/05/2026

How Swaddle Wrapping Helps Our Babies

Swaddle wrapping is a gentle and comforting technique used every day within our Neonatal Unit to help support babies during their early development and care. By wrapping babies snugly in a muslin cloth, we can help them feel secure, calm, and supported similar to the comfort they experienced in the womb.

Swaddling has many benefits for babies receiving neonatal care. It can help reduce stress and overstimulation, promote comfort, and support babies during medical procedures and everyday cares such as weighing, bathing, or changing. Many babies show improved comfort and stability when wrapped, helping to conserve energy needed for growth and healing.

For premature and poorly babies, creating a calm environment is especially important. Swaddling can help babies maintain a flexed, contained position, supporting healthy development and helping them feel safe and settled.

This simple but effective technique also offers reassurance for parents and families, encouraging bonding and confidence when taking part in their baby’s care.

Our team are always happy to demonstrate safe swaddling techniques and answer any questions families may have.

Please take a look at the all wrapped up package for more information.

13/05/2026

😛Tongue Tie😛

Tongue-tie (ankyloglossia) is where the strip of skin connecting the baby's tongue to the bottom of their mouth is shorter than usual.

Some babies who have tongue-tie do not have a problem. In others, it can restrict the tongue's movement, making it harder to feed.

Tongue-tie is sometimes diagnosed during a baby's newborn physical examination, but it's not always easy to spot. It may not be obvious until your baby has problems with feeding.

If you're breastfeeding your baby and they have tongue-tie they may:

👶Have difficulty attaching to the breast or staying attached for a full feed

👶Feed for a long time, have a short break, then feed again

👶Be unsettled and seem to be hungry all the time

👶Struggle to gain weight

👶Make a "clicking" sound as they feed – this can also be a sign you need support with the positioning and attachment of your baby at the breast

It can also cause the breastfeeding person to have:

👎Sore or cracked ni***es

👎Low milk supply

👎Mastitis (inflammation of the breast), which may keep coming back

Most breastfeeding problems, however, are NOT caused by tongue-tie and can be overcome with the right support. If you are concerned ask your health provider to assess your baby for a tongue tie.

If you're finding breastfeeding difficult, ask a midwife, health visitor or a breastfeeding specialist for help.

Other signs that may indicate your baby has tongue-tie include:

😛Difficulty lifting their tongue up or moving it from side to side

😛Difficulty sticking their tongue out

😛Their tongue looks heart-shaped when they stick it out

Treatment is not always needed, if your baby has tongue-tie but can feed without any problems.

If their feeding is impacted, treatment involves a simple procedure called tongue-tie division your midwife can do a referral if needed to a specialist trained professional.

12/05/2026

💐Hayfever 💐

We have seen the pollen count being very high recently and hay fever symptoms can be made even worse by pregnancy. We receive many questions from those of you who are suffering! There are medications you can take but it’s important to try other things first.

We recommend that you:

💜Stay indoors where possible, with windows and doors closed.

🩵Avoid parks/fields/grassy spaces and wear wrap-around sunglasses if you do go out.

💙Keep an eye on the pollen count via the Met Office website to avoid going out when the pollen count is at its highest.

💚Wash your hands and face regularly.

💛Put petroleum jelly (such as Vaseline) around your nostrils to trap pollen before it enters your nasal passage.

🧡Try to avoid hanging laundry outside. This stops pollen being caught in your clothes/towels/bed sheets.

🩷We would always advise that you try a nasal spray or eye drops before you take tablets for hay fever in pregnancy as these don’t enter your bloodstream and therefore won’t affect your baby. Sudafed should not be used in pregnancy.

🖤Loratadine and Cetirizine are the tablets which don’t cause drowsiness so are often the most prescribed medications for hay fever during pregnancy.

🩶Chlorphenamine (Piriton) can also be prescribed for use during pregnancy, but it can cause drowsiness, so is not usually the first choice.

www.medicinesinpregnancy.org/ - Bumps medicine in pregnancy may help you make an informed decision.

Bumps medicine in pregnancy may help you make an informed decision - click on the link tree above for more information ☝️

You should always ask a health professional about taking medication in pregnancy and have most medications prescribed by your GP or pharmacist.

11/05/2026

Mental health matters🤰 - this includes the whole family!

Just because mental health isn’t always visible it doesn’t mean it isn’t important. You should always speak up about how you are feeling to a health care provider so they can help support you.

The health care professionals who care for you in your pregnancy care about your MENTAL HEALTH as much as your physical health

Did you know?

❓1 in every 10 people giving birth suffer with Postnatal Depression (PND)

❓1 in every 10 people also suffer with antenatal depression (during pregnancy)

❓1 in every 5 people suffer from antenatal anxiety (during pregnancy)

We also know there is a high prevalence of partners who suffer with anxiety and depression.

💜We care about the families who access our maternity services, including partners and children

💜Pregnancy can be very exciting, but for some it can put a strain on a relationship. New babies can come with financial worries, concerns about logistics and support, and changes in the dynamics of your household.

💜Being involved with the birth of your baby can be very special and a huge moment in your life. We know though, that some birthing partners and new parents can find the experience traumatic. YOU are important and we are here to support you. If you and your partner need a debrief afterwards, please reach out to our team to get the right support.

💜If you’re feeling stressed, low mood or you are struggling with pregnancy, birth or after you have had your baby please reach out to a health professional for support.

💜10% of new fathers/parents/ partners can experience depression around a time that a new baby arrives. If you feel this way, please reach out for the support that you deserve because we care about you too.

www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/postnatal-depression-and-perinatal-mental-health/partners/

www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/keeping-well/mental-health/

10/05/2026

🤰Change in the pattern of your baby's movements🤰

⭐We advise that you’ll start to feel your baby move between 16 and 24 weeks of pregnancy. You may notice a few flutters at first which may start inconsistent day to day. This is due to the way your baby is laying and where your placenta is positioned. If you have any unexpected pain, unusual va**nal discharge or feel unwell then please call your maternity unit for advice.

⭐If you have not felt your baby move by 24 weeks please let your midwife know.

⭐A regular pattern of movements (individual to each pregnancy) will establish throughout pregnancy with movements increasing until 32 weeks where they should stay consistent NOT reduce.

⭐Recognising YOUR pattern of movements for YOUR baby is important. Let your local maternity unit know immediately if your baby has a change in pattern of movements. This pattern should stay the same throughout pregnancy and during labour – it is NOT normal for your baby to move less at the end of your pregnancy and there isn't a set number that a baby should fulfil in a day!

⭐If your placenta is at the front of your uterus, known as anterior, sometimes it’s difficult to feel baby’s movements. You should however feel something and establish your own unique pattern during your pregnancy. This will remain consistent and any change in your baby's movements escalated to the hospital.

⭐We know that babies move less in the womb when they are trying to preserve oxygen. If there is an issue with your placenta, causing a disruption in flow of blood and oxygen to your baby, you will likely feel less movements so you must get it checked out immediately! Please call the hospital straight away if you feel your baby isn’t moving in its normal pattern.

❗️DO NOT use a home doppler - this should not reassure you as even hearing a heartbeat does not mean your baby is well.❗️

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXQBBRRu6ks&list=PLyniLAHDXNhvUf-0Scec3iTGJEfXZbp5o&index=3

09/05/2026

🤱Lets talk about ICON - Coping with Infant Crying

Babies cry, you can cope 🫶

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3mc0FhrNF8

Coping with sleep deprivation is very challenging, all babies are different, but it is normal for babies to wake every few hours for a feed in the night as they have very small tummies. It is normal for babies to cry. Babies start to cry more frequently from 2 weeks of age this can reach a peak when they are around 8 weeks old. Every baby is different but once they are a few months old they start to cry less.

Try to comfort baby, see if baby is hungry, tired, has a dirty nappy or a combination of all three. It is OK to walk away leaving baby in a safe place for a few minutes if you need time to calm down. Never shake or hurt your baby.
If you are struggling to cope, please ask for support from friends, family or a health professional.

https://iconcope.org/

08/05/2026

Thanks to everyone that attended last nights Nest and Nuture ❤️ We had;

Pelvic health midwife
NICU
Infant feeding team
Information on Central Delivery Suite and Caesarean Sections
Induction of Labour talks
Homebirth information
Perinatal mental health team
Maternity and Neonatal Voices Partnership
Hearing screening information
Vaccination information
Maternity research information
North Lincolnshire Council
North Lincs Family Hub
Health Visiting team

Next months event will take place in Grimsby and back to Scunthorpe again in July. We are excited to build these events and would love your ideas on what you would like to see or what would encourage you to attend. Pleasw comment with any suggestions.

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