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27/02/2026

Pre-term or early labour means going into labour before the 37th week of your pregnancy 👶

Pre-term labour may feel similar to normal labour or it may be faster or less painful, particularly if very pre-term.

If you have any of the following symptoms, contact the hospital straight away, because you could be in labour:

Regular contractions or tightenings
Period-type pains or pressure in your va**nal area
A show - when the plug of mucus that has sealed the cervix during pregnancy comes away and out of the va**na
A gush or trickle of fluid from your va**na – this could be your waters breaking
Backache that's not usual for you

Contact the hospital immediately if:

You are bleeding
Your baby is moving less than usual
Your waters have broken and they are smelly or coloured

You can find more information about pre-term labour and birth on the Just One Norfolk website: https://www.justonenorfolk.nhs.uk/pregnancy-early-days/your-pregnancy-journey/pre-term-birth/

26/02/2026

🤰 Planning a baby or already pregnant in Norfolk and Waveney?

✅ The "Your Choices" booklet is full of useful information so that you can choose what's right for you and your family before, during and after pregnancy.

Read or download it on Just One Norfolk.

👉 www.justonenorfolk.nhs.uk/media/qxzluiyo/choices_aug_24.pdf

Easy Read version:

👉www.justonenorfolk.nhs.uk/media/cfpc5rns/digital-version-easy-read-choices-booklet-update-jun-2025.pdf

25/02/2026

Your GP 6–8 week postnatal check 👩‍⚕️👶

A chance to talk about:
• Your recovery – stitches, bleeding, pain, bladder/bowel changes
• Your feelings – mood, anxiety, coping
• Feeding – breast, bottle, or both
• Contraception – your options
• Baby’s health – growth, development, feeding and sleep

👉 To help you get the most out of your appointment, you can download our checklist here: www.justonenorfolk.nhs.uk/media/kgnnrxai/gp_6-8_week_postnatal_check_v_12.pdf

👉 And you can find more information about the appointment and what you could ask your GP here: www.justonenorfolk.nhs.uk/pregnancy-early-days/new-baby/gp-6-to-8-week-postnatal-check/

24/02/2026

FREE antenatal education, available in 9 different languages, and easily accessed from your mobile phone, tablet or laptop.

Talk to your midwife to find out more!

23/02/2026

Any amount of breastmilk is good for your baby's health and wellbeing. 👶

Every drop of breastmilk your baby receives counts. 💧

Breastfeeding is a skill you and your baby both need to learn, so try not to worry if it doesn't go perfectly at first.

Everyone has a different breastfeeding experience. 💙

You can breastfeed your baby for as long as you want and there is help to support you throughout your journey.

You can find lots of useful information and support on the Just One Norfolk website: https://www.justonenorfolk.nhs.uk/healthy-lifestyles/infant-feeding/breastfeeding/

20/02/2026

As the temperatures remain chilly, some key tips on dressing your newborn in winter ❄️

🌞During the day
- Give your baby one more layer than yourself
- Remove hats and extra clothing as soon as you're indoors or get into a warm car, bus or train, even if it means waking your baby.

🌙At night
- A room temperature of 16 to 20C is comfortable and safe for sleeping babies
- A sleepsuit and either a sleeping bag or a sheet and/ or blanket should be fine (check sleeping bags for winter tog thickness)
- If you use a sleeping bag and you think your baby is cold, dress your baby in an extra layer of clothing - but not extra blankets
- If you're using sheets and/ or blankets, use lightweight cellular blankets. Avoid thick, fleecy or padded blankets

How will I know if my baby is too hot?
- If your baby is sweating or their tummy feels hot to the touch, take off some of their clothing or bedding.
- Don't worry if your baby's hands or feet feel cool. This is normal.

Babies should:

- Never sleep with a hot water bottle, electric blanket
- Never sleep next to a radiator, heater or fire
- Never sleep in direct sunshine

The Lullaby Trust website says the chance of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is higher in babies who get too hot.

Read more about safer sleep in winter with the Lullaby Trust:
👉www.lullabytrust.org.uk/safer-sleep-advice/travel-and-weather/safer-sleep-winter/

Watch the Lullaby Trust's baby temperature video:
👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=_sHhA2gukPM

19/02/2026

🤰 Had a baby recently or expecting one soon?
Did you receive a Personalised Care and Support Plan (PCSP)?

If so, we’d love to hear what you think! 💬

Take our super short survey and help us make care even better for families:
👉 http://bit.ly/42xYOL1

Thank you - your views can make a real difference. 💙

18/02/2026

Calling all dads and co-parents!

When you’re a new parent or you’re expecting a baby you have extra rights at work. You could be entitled to:

👉Paternity leave and pay
👉Shared parental leave
👉Adoption leave and pay
👉Unpaid time off to look after your child
👉Leave to attend antenatal appointments with your partner

Scan the QR code or follow the link below to know your parental rights.

https://bit.ly/4t3UkXH

17/02/2026

⭐Making a safe home for your growing family ⭐

When you’re expecting a baby - and especially once your baby starts to roll, crawl and explore - it’s a good time to look at your home through fresh eyes.

Simple steps like securing furniture, keeping small items out of reach, checking smoke alarms and using stair gates can help reduce risks.

You don’t need to do everything at once; making small changes as your baby grows can help create a safer space for them to explore and learn.

Just One Norfolk has some helpful information on:

🔥 fire safety
🛁 water safety
🛎 carbon monoxide safety
🧸 nursery safety
🌡 room temperature
🐶 safety around pets

Check out their pages on the link below or scan the QR code and be as prepared as possible for your families needs! 👇

www.justonenorfolk.nhs.uk/pregnancy-early-days/having-a-baby/making-a-safe-home-for-your-growing-family/

16/02/2026

The National Maternity and Neonatal Investigation is asking women and families across England to share their experiences. Your responses will help shape the future of maternity and neonatal services.

Open until 17th March 2026. Your experience matters.

👉matneoinv.org.uk/call-for-evidence

13/02/2026

You may begin to feel your baby move between 16 to 24 weeks of pregnancy. Your baby moving during pregnancy can be anything from a flutter, a kick, a swish or a roll and these are a sign that baby is well.

As your pregnancy progresses, you will get to know your baby's movements - when they are active and when they have calmer moments. If you have noticed your baby's movements have slowed down or stopped, it is important to contact your midwifery team.

Never feel you are bothering your midwife or midwifery department, they want you to call if you are worried about reduced movements.

For more information, click the link below.

www.justonenorfolk.nhs.uk/pregnancy-early-days/having-a-baby/feeling-your-babys-movements/

12/02/2026

You can buy folic acid from most supermarkets and pharmacies.

You'll usually take 400 micrograms of folic acid a day. Some people may require a higher dose (usually 5 mg). If you are unsure of what dose to take, or have any questions, please speak to your midwife or doctor.

It's OK to take folic acid while you're breastfeeding.

There's no evidence that folic acid reduces fertility in either men or women.

You can find out more about taking folic acid here: https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/folic-acid/pregnancy-breastfeeding-and-fertility-while-taking-folic-acid/

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