Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Maternity Services

31/12/2025

Think Twice this New Years Eve! Enjoy the festivities but make sure little ones are safe. Remember messages and

30/12/2025

When babies cry it can be stressful and overwhelming. Help is out
there and all you need to do is ask.
Learn more at www.iconcope.org

Babies cry, you can cope When babies cry it can be stressful and overwhelming. Help is out there and all you need to do is ask. Latest news Testimonials

29/12/2025

NEVER fall asleep with your baby after drinking alcohol or taking drugs – make sure they're in a cot, crib or Moses basket – never on a sofa or chair!

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29/12/2025

Christmas can be stressful. If you’re looking after a young baby
remember to pause at the door and check the three C’s -
Calm - Are you calm?
Careful - Can you be careful?
Caring - Will you be caring?
Have a great Christmas and New Year

27/12/2025

Being a new parent is challenging — and that doesn’t stop at
Christmas. There is support out there. Your health visitor is a great
source of information, and dads and dads-to-be are just as included.
Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Before picking up your baby,
remember the 3 Cs:
Calm – are you calm?
Careful – can you be careful?
Caring – will you be caring?
Find out more https://iconcope.org/3Cs

Practice pausing at the door. A great tool to help you make sure you are ready to enter the baby’s room and offer care. Before entering check the 3 Cs. A quick check each time you enter the baby’s room will help you know if you need to take a few minutes before seeing to...

26/12/2025

It is important to follow the Six Steps to Safer Sleep to keep baby safe over the festive period. Watch the Six Steps to Safer Sleep video to remind yourself of them.

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23/12/2025

Wishing all the wonderful families we care for a season filled with joy, peace, and love. Thank you for allowing us to be part of your journey. From all of us at the Maternity Team at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals – Happy Holidays and best wishes for the New Year.

23/12/2025

Think Twice this Christmas! Enjoy the festivities but make sure little ones are safe. Remember messages and

23/12/2025

Babies cry - even at Christmas - but you can cope. 🎄
If you need help, ask. Someone may have a listening ear, a helpful
tip, or a bit of time to give you a break.
Remember the 3 Cs before you pick up your baby:
Calm – are you calm?
Careful – can you be careful?
Caring – will you be caring?
Learn more 👉 https://iconcope.org/3Cs

Practice pausing at the door. A great tool to help you make sure you are ready to enter the baby’s room and offer care. Before entering check the 3 Cs. A quick check each time you enter the baby’s room will help you know if you need to take a few minutes before seeing to...

22/12/2025

Keep children safe from button batteries this Christmas!
*If your child swallows a button battery, act fast*
> DO take them straight to A&E
> DON'T let your child eat or drink
> DON'T make them sick
> DO trust your instincts
Follow for more information.

21/12/2025

Visiting relatives over the holidays? Think! Where is your baby going to sleep? Car seats keep babies safe while travelling, they are not a sleeping place.

Young babies are at risk of breathing difficulties if kept upright in car seats for an extended period

21/12/2025

Make sure your baby’s cot is away from any radiators and other heat sources. If you’re using a portable heater, direct it away from your baby. Babies can’t regulate their own temperature so they could get too hot.

For more information, please visit https://www.lullabytrust.org.uk/

The Lullaby Trust is a charity dedicated to keeping babies safe and grieving families supported. We give families a safer start to life...