George Eliot Hospital Maternity Services

27/09/2025

Lots of changes happen when having a baby, not just physically, but emotionally, mentally and socially too.
Did you know that on the NHS website they have a dedicated section about feelings, relationships, and pregnancy?
You can view it here: https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/support/feelings-and-relationships/

27/09/2025

📲 Always Ask – if you’re unsure, phone us.

Maternity Triage is open 24/7 on 024 7686 5246.

Whether it’s a change in how you’re feeling or something about your baby that’s worrying you—we’re here to help.

26/09/2025

Face to Face Parent Education Classes will be starting again from October 2025.

Birth Preparation and Beyond Classes will be run over 4 weeks, with each class lasting 2 hours, you will need to attend all 4 sessions.

All classes will be held at St Michael’s Children and Family Centre, Hazel Grove, Bedworth, CV12 9DA

Please book yourself a place via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/george-eliot-hospital-antenatal-education-197409

26/09/2025

Building a strong bond with your baby makes them feel loved and secure, laying the foundations for their future mental health and happiness. Visit Start for Life for more tips and advice: https://ow.ly/5A4750QVupq

26/09/2025

� Just a reminder – this page is monitored Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm (excluding bank holidays) and is here to share updates and information about our maternity services.

If you have non-urgent questions about your pregnancy, please contact your community midwife or the Antenatal Clinic on 024 7686 5049.

For urgent concerns:
� Under 16 weeks pregnant: contact your GP or go to A&E
� After 16 weeks: call our Maternity Triage Unit on 024 7686 5246

More info: https://ow.ly/zgiU50OJ7Xt

25/09/2025

Visitors on Labour ward and Drayton Ward

We are so grateful to everyone who visits our Maternity Unit for helping us create a calm, welcoming, and secure space for mums and babies ❤️

To help keep our Labour and Drayton Wards as safe as possible, we kindly ask:
Please do not hold the door open for anyone else to come through.

It might feel polite, but it is really important that each visitor is buzzed in by staff so we know exactly who is on the ward at any time.

This small step helps us protect all of the families in our care and we really appreciate your support and understanding.

If you are ever unsure, just speak to a member of the team we are always here to help.

25/09/2025

💬 Your voice matters

Never be afraid to raise concerns during pregnancy - you know your body best.
▶️ Tommy’s has created a short video on the power of speaking up: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PmFuyL4o2BY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LwEWoIljBnc

Remember, Maternity Triage is open 24/7: 02476 865246

Being your own champion during pregnancy is important. We know that over 60% of women worry about wasting their midwives’ time. That’s why Tommy’s has launch...

25/09/2025

There are many ways to soothe your baby. 💖 But if the crying feels too much, it’s OK to put your baby in a safe place and walk away for a few minutes until you feel calm.

✔️ Comfort methods can help
✔️ Support is always available
✔️ Staying calm keeps everyone safe

More tips here: https://bit.ly/ICON-day4

25/09/2025

💗 Got a worry? Big or small – if something doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts.

Call our Maternity Triage anytime: 024 7686 5246

We’re here 24/7 to support you and your baby.

24/09/2025

A massive thank you to Langar Aid for their generous donation of snacks and food for our partner food boxes (both on Drayton ward and Labour ward) so that partners do not have to worry about leaving their loved ones during labour or the postnatal period.

Thank you again to everyone at Langar aid for this donation. It will make a huge difference to our families.

24/09/2025

💉 Vaccinations help protect you and your baby during pregnancy and in the postnatal period.

Want to find out more about the vaccinations you will be offered whilst pregnant? Click here: https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/keeping-well/vaccinations/

24/09/2025

🚭 Want to quit smoking? We’re here to help.

Ci******es now cost over £14.50 a pack – but quitting is free, and support is local.

🧡 Warwickshire’s Stop Smoking Service offers:
- 1-to-1 support
- Free quit kits and patches

💻 Learn more: https://fitterfutures.everyonehealth.co.uk/stop-smoking-service/
📱 Text QUIT to 60777