IOW Maternity Services

02/03/2026

Expecting a baby in 2026? 👶

We’re proud to be part of the Generation Study, researching genome sequencing to screen for 200+ rare conditions in newborns, including SMA and Barth Syndrome.

To take part, register your interest online and the research team will email or phone you to consent to the study. 👉 https://www.generationstudy.co.uk/

01/03/2026

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Megan and James, along with little sister Ada and grandmother Lisa, for their incredibly generous donation of a new Cuddle Cot to our bereavement room, given in loving memory of their son, baby Archie 💙🪽

👣 Cuddle Cots play such an important role in supporting families during the most heartbreaking of times, allowing precious time to be spent together and memories to be made gently and with care. They can be used both in the hospital and at home, if families choose to take their baby home. This thoughtful gift will make a lasting difference to families in the future.

💙 Thank you for your kindness, compassion, and for choosing to honour Archie in a way that will help support others.

Pictured here with bereavement midwife Katie and the newly donated Cuddle Cot in our dedicated bereavement room 💞

23/02/2026

🥰 January births 🥰

Did you have a baby with us in January? We would love to hear from you in the comments ⬇

23/02/2026

Wondering how the Generation Study works? This video explains how genome sequencing can help screen newborn babies born at St Mary's Hospital, for 200+ rare conditions.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OHxvzlpuT1k

Register your interest online and the study team will contact you to arrange consent. https://www.generationstudy.co.uk/

“Our decision to join the Generation Study has changed Freddie’s life phenomenally. We were told that the first 6 months is vital in diagnosing and treating the condition. There’s no telling at what point it would have been discovered if we hadn’t taken part and what might have happened.”

23/02/2026

🥰🌟 Thank you to all who attended our latest Maternity Roadshow! 🌟🥰

We would love you to provide some feedback to help shape our future events - if you attended the day, please complete the following feedback form:
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=slTDN7CF9UeyIge0jXdO494WiRSVhDhAkYidka5NdM5URTdYSVFWS1pMOUhVU0QzMTY3Ujc0RFdDTC4u

20/02/2026

🤗 🤱🏾 A warm welcome awaits you at snacks and ladders cafe to celebrate world breastfeeding in public day.

We are looking forward to being part of this years celebrations. Meeting and chatting to families is our favourite thing 🥰

Hope to see you there!

Celebrate your breastfeeding journey and breastfeeding in public with us this February💜🤱

💜All Welcome, bring your family for a coffee, chat and play!

💜 Fun Quiz with Prizes

💜 Play for little ones 🎲

📆 22nd February
🕣10.30-12.30
📍Snack and Ladders cafe, PO301LQ

14/02/2026

💘 Happy Valentine's Day from your Maternity Team 💘

Today we’re celebrating love in all its forms – growing families, supportive partners, and the incredible bonds we see every day. Love is definitely in the air… especially after one of our midwives received a surprise flower delivery to the ward 🌹💐

Looking forward to meeting some Valentine's babies 👼🏼💘

13/02/2026

Did someone make a difference when you or a loved one used our services? 💙

Now’s your chance to say thank you. Nominate an individual or team for our People’s Choice Award.

⏳ Nominations close Thursday 26 February
👉 https://forms.office.com/e/5HrpPa3BiS

03/02/2026

⚠️ Update: SMA Formula Recall – New Batch Added

An additional batch of SMA Advanced First Infant Milk has been recalled due to the possible presence of cereulide toxin.

This batch has been supplied in Northern Ireland.

- Batch code: 53390346AB
- Expiry date: December 2027

You can find the batch code at the base of the product.

What you should do:

-Check batch codes for all recalled products
- Stop using any affected product immediately, even if your baby appears well
-If your formula was prescribed, consult a pharmacist or medical professional before changing formula

Cereulide is a toxin that cannot be destroyed by boiling water or cooking. It can cause rapid onset of nausea, vomiting and abdominal cramps.

For a full list of affected Nestlé batches, and what to do next, visit https://www.food.gov.uk/news-alerts/alert/fsa-prin-02-2026-update-2

⚠️ Correction: SMA First Infant Milk Recall Update. This post has been edited with the most up-to-date information.

Our earlier post contained an error in the product name. The correct details are:

- SMA First Infant Milk 800g
- Batch code: 53390346AB
- Best before: December 2027
- Distributed in Northern Ireland only

You can find the batch code at the base of the product.

What you should do:

- Check batch codes for all recalled products
- Stop using any affected product immediately, even if your baby appears well
- If your formula was prescribed, consult a pharmacist or medical professional before changing formula

Cereulide is a toxin that cannot be destroyed by boiling water or cooking. It can cause rapid onset of nausea, vomiting and abdominal cramps.

For a full list of affected Nestlé batches, and what to do next, visit: https://www.food.gov.uk/news-alerts/alert/fsa-prin-02-2026-update-3

We apologise for the earlier error.

01/02/2026

🏠 We are excited to invite you to our next Home Birth information evening 🏠

📌 Monday 16th March, 5:30-7:30pm at East Newport Family Hub

Please come along if you are interested in having a home birth, or if you have had a home birth and would like to share your experience with others. No need to book, just turn up! 🥰

30/01/2026

TOMORROW!✨ Maternity Roadshow ✨
Following the success of our previous events, we are pleased to invite you to our next Maternity Antenatal Roadshow!

Saturday 31st January, in the Antenatal Clinic at the Maternity Department. There are two sessions to choose from, both with the same content: 10am - 12pm or 1pm - 3pm.

✨ There will be stations for:

Antenatal care
Healthier Together & Maternity Triage
Special Care Baby Unit
Maternial Mental Health & Talking Therapies
Homebirth
Health Visitors
Early Labour advice
Active labour & pain relief
2nd stage of labour
3rd stage of labour
Induction and augmentation
Instrumental birth
Caesarean Section
Infant feeding
Post natal care
Isle of Wight Family Hubs
Smoking cessation
Parenting Network ✨

🤰🏼👨🏻‍🍼🤱🏽

🎟️ Tickets are free, limited to pregnant person plus one, and can be booked via the following link:
Morning session: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/isle-of-wight-maternity-roadshow-morning-session-tickets-1980728612600

Afternoon session: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/maternity-roadshow-afternoon-session-tickets-1980729261541?aff=oddtdtcreato

29/01/2026

Don't forget to book your ticket to the Maternity Roadshow!

✨ Maternity Roadshow ✨
Following the success of our previous events, we are pleased to invite you to our next Maternity Antenatal Roadshow!

Saturday 31st January, in the Antenatal Clinic at the Maternity Department. There are two sessions to choose from, both with the same content: 10am - 12pm or 1pm - 3pm.

✨ There will be stations for:

Antenatal care
Healthier Together & Maternity Triage
Special Care Baby Unit
Maternial Mental Health & Talking Therapies
Homebirth
Health Visitors
Early Labour advice
Active labour & pain relief
2nd stage of labour
3rd stage of labour
Induction and augmentation
Instrumental birth
Caesarean Section
Infant feeding
Post natal care
Isle of Wight Family Hubs
Smoking cessation
Parenting Network ✨

🤰🏼👨🏻‍🍼🤱🏽

🎟️ Tickets are free, limited to pregnant person plus one, and can be booked via the following link:
Morning session: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/isle-of-wight-maternity-roadshow-morning-session-tickets-1980728612600

Afternoon session: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/maternity-roadshow-afternoon-session-tickets-1980729261541?aff=oddtdtcreator