Team QEH Maternity

11/03/2026

09/03/2026

*Safer Sleep Week 9th - 15th March*

This week is Safer Sleep Week.

We’ll be sharing practical tips and trusted resources to help reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) and create safer sleep environments for babies.

Read the safer sleep advice in full ➡️ https://bit.ly/46Ldl7E

07/03/2026

✨ Book Your Antenatal Pelvic Health Webinar! ✨

Pregnant? Join our free online group session to learn how to protect and support your pelvic health during and after pregnancy – in a friendly, supportive environment.

✅ Understand how pregnancy and birth affect your pelvic floor
✅ Learn effective pelvic floor exercises
✅ Get tips to prevent and manage common issues like leaks, pelvic pain, and prolapse
✅ Support your recovery after childbirth

We know this can feel like a personal topic.
Our sessions are designed to make you feel comfortable and confident. You’re welcome to keep your camera off if you prefer, and there’s no pressure to speak. Questions and engagement are encouraged in a safe, supportive space.

Run by: Norfolk & Waveney NHS Perinatal Pelvic Health NHS Norfolk and Waveney Children & Young People's Health Services

How to book:👇

https://www.justonenorfolk.nhs.uk/pelvic-health-advice-sessions

06/03/2026

Could you support new parents with breastfeeding as a QEH volunteer?

Three infant feeding peer support volunteers – all mothers with personal experience of breastfeeding – will now be available on the maternity ward to help with promoting and sustaining breastfeeding among new parents.

This dedicated support has been given evidence-based information to support mothers in the early days of feeding their babies offered through the Association of Breastfeeding Mothers (ABM). They will provide invaluable support to mothers, giving advice and a listening ear in the early days of breastfeeding.

More volunteers are needed. If you are passionate about breastfeeding and would like to support new parents, you can train as a breastfeeding peer support volunteer with Team QEH Maternity by emailing volunteerapplications@qehkl.nhs.uk to express your interest.

For more information, read our press release: https://qehklmediahub.com/2026/03/05/could-you-support-new-parents-with-breastfeeding-as-a-qeh-volunteer/

05/03/2026

🤩Maternity Team Celebrates World Book Day by Giving Every Newborn a Book📖

To celebrate World Book Day, the maternity team today will gift every baby born a special book, helping to mark the occasion by encouraging families to begin reading with their children from the very first days of life.

Reading to newborns offers a range of important developmental benefits. Even in the earliest stages of life, babies respond to the sound and rhythm of a parent or caregiver’s voice. Sharing books helps to strengthen the emotional bond between baby and parent, supports early language development, and stimulates brain growth.

Introducing books from birth also helps babies become familiar with sounds, words and patterns of speech, laying the foundations for communication and literacy skills as they grow. Just a few minutes of reading each day can support cognitive development, improve listening skills, and create calming routines for both baby and parent.

The maternity team hopes that by gifting a book to every newborn on World Book Day, families will feel inspired to make reading a part of their daily routine from the very beginning.

Thank you to local company Booklife Publishing for helping us to make this possible with their generous donation of books.

23/02/2026

From TODAY our Maple and Poplar Midwifery Teams have relocated from St Augustine's to the King's Lynn Health Hub. Please contact your midwife if you have any questions regarding your up and coming appointment.

12/02/2026

02/02/2026

✨Maternity Tours, every Wednesday at 6:30pm & 7pm✨

Please speak to your midwife if you would like to book a tour of our Maternity Services here at the QEH.

28/01/2026

From Monday 23 February The Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) King’s Lynn Maple Midwifery Hub will relocate to the King’s Lynn Health Hub on Cambridge Road, Off Nar Ouse Way.

20/01/2026

Getting vaccinated when you’re helps protect you and your from illnesses including , & . ♥️

Speak to your midwife or GP practice for more information.

👉 Visit the NHS website to learn more: https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/keeping-well/vaccinations/

16/01/2026

Dark days and chilly weather? Keep your body (and mood!) moving this winter ❄️

Regular gentle exercise in pregnancy helps boost your mood, improve sleep and prepare your body for birth.

🚶‍♀️ Wrap up warm and enjoy a brisk walk in daylight hours
🧘‍♀️ Try online pregnancy yoga or low-impact aerobics at home
💪Practice your pelvic floor exercises
🪑 Stay active around the house – small movements add up!

👇To find out more go to:
www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/keeping-well/exercise/
www.justonenorfolk.nhs.uk/healthy-lifestyles/move-more/being-active-in-pregnancy/

01/01/2026

The Christmas and New Year period can be stressful, take a moment to check in. If you’re looking after a young baby remember to pause at the door and check the three C’s -
Calm - Are you calm?
Careful - Can you be careful?
Caring - Will you be caring?

Have a great Christmas and New Year