Macclesfield Maternity & Neonatal Unit

21/10/2025

🌸 SCBU Coffee Morning Invitation ☕💬

We’d love to invite all our Special Care Baby Unit families past and present, to join us for a friendly and supportive Coffee Morning 💛

🗓 Monday 10th November
🕤 9:30–11:30 AM
📍 Oakenclough Family Hub, Colshaw Drive, Wilmslow SK9 2PZ

Come along for a cuppa, chat, and a chance to connect with other neonatal families who understand the journey 💕 Whether your little one is still tiny or now a thriving toddler, you’re always part of our SCBU family.

👉 To book your space, please email ecn-tr.scbu@nhs.net

Let’s share stories, smiles, and support we can’t wait to see you there!

20/10/2025

🚭 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗾𝘂𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗺𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴?

You’re twice as likely to quit successfully with a mix of behavioural support and ni****ne replacement therapy (NRT).

💡 NRT is safe in pregnancy and provides a small amount of ni****ne, without the tar, carbon monoxide, or other harmful chemicals in ci******es.

👉 Combine “low & slow” (like a ni****ne patch) with “strong & fast” (like gum, lozenge, spray, or inhalator) to tackle cravings.

💨 Vapes are much less harmful than smoking, they deliver ni****ne without tar or carbon monoxide. If va**ng helps you stop smoking, it’s East Cheshire NHS Trust Macclesfield Maternity Voices Partnershipyour midwife for a referral today ☎️

East Cheshire NHS Trust
Macclesfield Maternity Voices Partnership

18/10/2025

17/10/2025

✨🌟Feedback Friday 🌟✨

But make it smoke free ….. 🚭🚭

I can’t thank the stop smoking service enough for the support I received. Kelly was amazing-she kept in regular contact and never pressurised me into setting a quit date until I was ready. Having access to ni****ne replacement products made a huge difference.

For me, the patches alongside a v**e helped me to quit, but what really stood out were the clinic visits. They never felt rushed or clinical-more like catching up with a good friend. Even during the tougher appointments, there was always space for a laugh as well as encouragement.

I’ve now quit smoking and genuinely don’t think I could have done it without this kind of support. I’d recommend the service to anyone thinking of giving up.

🌟Welcome to the world baby Elliott 🌟

Thank you for your feedback

East Cheshire NHS Trust
Macclesfield Maternity Voices Partnership

👉🏻Have you used any of our services recently and want to share some feedback….

Your feedback is important to us,
🏷️ Tag us in your posts or

Please share your experiences via
☎️ 01625 661148
🖥 ecn-tr.maternity@nhs.net
🔔 Message our Facebook inbox
💻 Macclesfieldmatvoices@outlook.com

16/10/2025

🌟 Real Stories, Real Support 🌟

🚭STOPTOBER 🚭

“I just want to take a moment to say a massive thank you to the Pregnancy Stop Smoking Service (and especially KELLY) for the incredible support during one of the most difficult journeys of my life.

Quitting smoking while going through a tough pregnancy felt overwhelming at times, but the care, understanding, and encouragement I received made all the difference. Kelly never judged me, she listened, supported me through every craving and setback, and reminded me why I was doing this: for my baby, for my health, and for our future.

Kelly supported me from the very start of my pregnancy, right through to after I had my baby, even when I was in a completely different hospital. She continued to check in and support me through the hardest times of my life. I honestly couldn’t have done it without her.” 💛

👏 We’re so proud of every parent who takes this journey and so thankful for our amazing team who walk alongside them every step of the way.

If you’re pregnant and would like support to quit smoking, we’re here to help. 💬 Please contact your Midwife for support and referral to the stop smoking service.

15/10/2025

🕯️ Wave of Light 🕯️

Baby Loss Awareness Week ends with a global ‘Wave of Light’ 🕯️
A special time where everyone can light a candle for 1 hour to remember all precious babies gone too soon.

This gives us a chance to come together at the same time to reflect and commemorate our much-loved babies.



East Cheshire NHS Trust
Macclesfield Maternity Voices Partnership
Cheshire East Sands (Stillbirth and neonatal death charity)

15/10/2025

🕯 Wave of Light 🕯️

Tonight - Wednesday 15th October, 7pm

Join us for a moment to reflect and remember
💙💖🕯



East Cheshire NHS Trust
Macclesfield Maternity Voices Partnership

14/10/2025

🌈 Rainbow Clinic at Macclesfield Maternity 🌈

Pregnancy after loss can bring a mix of hope, love, and understandable anxiety. Our Rainbow Clinic, coordinated by our incredible Bereavement Midwife, Chesca ( pictured below), is here to walk alongside families through every step of that journey. 💛

We’re so touched by the kind words shared by one of our families who recently welcomed their beautiful rainbow baby, Lottie:

“We welcomed our beautiful girl, Lottie, in May 2025, and I’m so grateful to the Macclesfield maternity team for their incredible care and compassion. A special thank you to Chesca, who truly went above and beyond throughout our journey, her support meant everything.
After the heartbreak of loss, discovering I was pregnant again brought a mix of hope and anxiety. Chesca made sure we had all the reassurance we needed through the Rainbow Clinic, with regular scans and heartbeat checks that helped ease the wait.
Lottie’s birth was a genuinely beautiful experience, and having Chesca by our side made all the difference. Her presence brought calm and comfort when we needed it most, and we’ll always look back on that day with deep gratitude.
As we approach what would have been Samuel’s first birthday, we’re learning to carry both grief and joy side by side. There’s nothing anyone can do to make the loss of a baby or pregnancy after loss ok, but knowing there are people there to support you is invaluable so thank you.

The Rainbow Clinic offers specialist emotional and clinical support for families expecting a baby after loss, ensuring care, reassurance, and compassion throughout pregnancy and beyond. 🌈💖

If you’re navigating pregnancy after loss, please know you’re not alone. Our team is here to support you.

East Cheshire NHS TrustMacclesfield Maternity Voices Partnership

13/10/2025

13/10/2025

🌷 Remembrance Service for Bereaved Families 🌷

Thursday the 9th of October , our maternity team came together at St Michael’s Church for a special Remembrance Service to honour and remember the precious babies who are no longer with us. 💛

Families, staff, and supporters gathered in a heartfelt evening of reflection, light, and music. Offering comfort, love, and remembrance.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who attended and to our dedicated maternity team for being there to support families through such meaningful moments. 🕯️✨

East Cheshire NHS Trust
Macclesfield Maternity Voices Partnership
@

12/10/2025

Taking care of yourself matters, especially during difficult times like grief. 💚

💗💙During Baby Loss Awareness Week, emotions can feel especially heavy. That’s why we’re gently reminding you to pause and do one small, manageable thing just for you.

Whether it’s a quiet moment, a comforting activity, or simply breathing deeply, your well-being is important.

Here are a few ideas to help you take that moment. We hope they bring a little comfort.