University Hospitals Plymouth Maternity Services

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We provide information on pregnancy, birth, early parenting and support for families cared for by maternity services at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust.

27 July 2025: Happy Parents’ Day! Today, we celebrate the love, strength, and dedication of all parents and every caregi...
27/07/2025

27 July 2025: Happy Parents’ Day!
Today, we celebrate the love, strength, and dedication of all parents and every caregiver who gives their heart to raising a child. You are your child’s first home, first teacher and source of comfort. Thank you for the incredible role you play.

Did you know? Your maternity exemption certificate is digital!At your booking appointment, don’t forget to ask your comm...
25/07/2025

Did you know? Your maternity exemption certificate is digital!

At your booking appointment, don’t forget to ask your community midwife about your digital maternity exemption certificate.

This certificate gives you free NHS prescriptions and dental care throughout your pregnancy and for 12 months after your baby is born.

For more details click here https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1A5uCSTjQi

Share this with other parents-to-be, so no one misses out on the care they deserve!


[Image shared from NHS Healthy Start]

Is this a new pregnancy?If you already have a My Pregnancy Notes account from a previous pregnancy, there’s no need to c...
24/07/2025

Is this a new pregnancy?

If you already have a My Pregnancy Notes account from a previous pregnancy, there’s no need to create a new one. Simply log into your existing account, click on "My Account" in the top right-hand corner, andselect "New Pregnancy" to get started (see the visual provided below).

It’s quick, easy, and keeps all your precious pregnancy journeys in one place!

If this is your first pregnancy, please visit my pregnancy notes and register for a new account, visit our website for more details: https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/midwife-booking

We are excited to share an invite to a Community Fun Day and it's free entry!Wednesday 30 July 11:00 - 15:00 The Barn Fa...
23/07/2025

We are excited to share an invite to a Community Fun Day and it's free entry!

Wednesday 30 July 11:00 - 15:00
The Barn Family Hub and the park at Kit Hill Cresent, Barne Barton.

Maternity Triage is open 24hrs a day, 365 days a year to provide urgent help and advice You should call them if you expe...
22/07/2025

Maternity Triage is open 24hrs a day, 365 days a year to provide urgent help and advice

You should call them if you experience any of the following symptoms during your pregnancy:

- Reduced fetal movements
- Vaginal bleeding
- Abdominal pain
- Waters breaking - even if you are not sure
- Any contractions before 37 weeks gestation
- Regular contractions from 37 weeks gestation
- Visual disturbances - flashing lights/blurred vision
- Persistent severe headache
- Feeling very unwell or high temperature

Our Triage number is 01752 430200 (if required).

Pregnancy myths -busted!Myth: You can’t get pregnant while breastfeeding.Truth: Breastfeeding may delay ovulation, but i...
21/07/2025

Pregnancy myths -busted!

Myth: You can’t get pregnant while breastfeeding.
Truth: Breastfeeding may delay ovulation, but it’s not a reliable form of birth control. If you’re not planning to conceive again right away, talk to your provider about safe options. For more information visit:
https://www.nhs.uk/baby/support-and-services/s*x-and-contraception-after-birth/

Myth: You can’t have s*x while pregnant.
Truth: It's perfectly safe to have s*x during pregnancy unless your doctor or midwife has told you not to. For more information on s*x in pregnancy and when to avoid s*x in pregnancy visit:
https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/keeping-well/s*x/ #:~:text=It%27s%20perfectly%20safe%20to%20have,drive%20to%20change%20during%20pregnancy.

Myth: Cravings tell you what your body needs.
Truth: Cravings are common, but they don't necessarily reflect nutritional needs. If you’re craving non-food items like dirt, talk to your provider. For more information visit:
https://www.nhs.uk/start-for-life/pregnancy/week-by-week-guide-to-pregnancy/1st-trimester/week-5/ #:~:text=Food%20cravings,-Are%20you%20getting&text=Pregnancy%20cravings%20are%20caused%20by,by%20a%20lack%20of%20iron.

As new parents, ensuring your baby sleeps safely is one of your top priorities. The NHS provides expert advice to help y...
20/07/2025

As new parents, ensuring your baby sleeps safely is one of your top priorities. The NHS provides expert advice to help you create a safe sleep environment for your little one. Here are some key tips:

-Always place your baby on their back to sleep, on a firm mattress in a cot or crib.
-Keep the cot free from pillows, blankets, and soft toys to reduce the risk of suffocation.
-Keep your baby’s head uncovered. Avoid hats or loose bedding that could cover their face.
-Ensure your baby is not too hot or too cold – dress them in light layers and check their temperature regularly.

For more guidance on safe sleeping, visit the NHS website for trusted resources: https://www.nhs.uk/start-for-life/baby/baby-basics/newborn-and-baby-sleeping-advice-for-parents/safe-sleep-advice-for-babies/

We’ve created a helpful booklet containing QR codes that link to key topics and resources displayed throughout our mater...
18/07/2025

We’ve created a helpful booklet containing QR codes that link to key topics and resources displayed throughout our maternity and neonatal units on the information trees.

Some of the topics are important for you to read in advance of attending consultant appointments, for example birth after caesarean, considering a caesarean and induction of labour. Other general information can be found such as reduced fetal movements and birth preparation.

Ask a member of staff for a copy if you don't already have one.

18/07/2025

We want to remind people about the closure of the single lane previously open to public vehicles outside the front of Derriford Hospital. Public vehicles are no longer permitted to drive past our main entrance.

It is now advised to use Car Park F (Disabled Car Park) which has had multiple drop off/pick up bays installed with a maximum stay of 30 minutes. Please do not use these as an alternative to disabled parking if you are unable to find a space elsewhere. Licensed taxis are also advised to use these bays.

To access Car Park F, please enter the hospital site either from the mini roundabout, travelling south from Derriford Road down Hospital Road and turning right before the bus lane, or enter via Morlaix Drive, turning left towards the multi-story car park.

However, as before, patients can still be dropped off outside the Emergency Department in an emergency. This has not changed. Please continue to enter the site from the road entrance near the helipad for this purpose.

Address

Plymton

Telephone

01752 430200

Website

https://www.plymouthhospitals.nhs.uk/social-media-acceptable-use-guidance

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