Abbey Team Community Midwives -Evesham and Redditch -

29/01/2026

Urgent reminder 🚨

Today, BBC Morning Live featured a segment about private scan clinics.

After interviewing 2 mums with negative experiences of private scan clinics, the presenter said pregnant women could check their baby’s heartbeat themselves with a stethoscope for reassurance. This advice is not only wrong, but dangerous because you could be falsely reassured.

No home scanning device, doppler or app can tell you if your baby is well. While it may sound tempting, it's not a safe way to listen to your baby’s heartbeat or check they're okay. This can only be done by a midwife or health professional.

Unless you're professionally trained, it's easy to confuse what you're hearing or seeing and be falsely reassured.

If you're worried about reduction in baby's movements, or have any other concerns, contact your maternity unit immediately.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3JuW58H

21/01/2026

12/01/2026

Looking for a gentle way to stay active during pregnancy and meet other mums-to-be? Join us every Wednesday at Bromsgrove Sport & Leisure Centre for a relaxed swim and social session.

- Gentle swim with pregnancy-safe exercises
- Suitable for swimmers and non-swimmers
- Café social with Family Hub support & advice
- 2nd Wednesday of the month: Family Hub will attend with pregnancy vitamins available to buy, plus information on breastfeeding and breast pump hire
- Midwife-led Q&A session on the 4th Wednesday of every month.

🕐 Swim: 1–2pm 💷 Cost: £2.56
☕ Social: 2–3pm, FREE
*You’re very welcome to come along just for the social if you prefer.

Swimming during pregnancy can help ease discomfort, improve sleep, boost circulation, build strength, and reduce stress in a calm, supportive setting.

Please feel free to drop in on the day, no booking needed. If you're looking for gentle exercise, advice, or simply the chance to meet other mums-to-be, we’d love to welcome you next week. 💛

02/01/2026

20/11/2025

✨ Expecting a baby? Join our FREE Antenatal ‘Feeding Your Baby’ sessions! ✨

Our Public Health@ Infant Feeding Team is here to support you before your little one arrives.
Come along to learn more about:

🌼 Understanding your baby’s cues and building a strong bond
🤱 Getting breastfeeding off to the best possible start
💜 How to keep your baby healthy through responsive feeding
🌍 Support available in your local community
✨ Asking questions and feeling empowered for your feeding journey

These sessions are relaxed, welcoming, and perfect for any expectant parent wanting to feel more confident and prepared.

📧 To find out about groups near you, email: whcnhs.infantfeeding@nhs.net
📱 Or simply scan the QR code on the poster.

We’d love to see you there! 💜

23/10/2025

18/10/2025

Drop in today for your free flu vaccine. 09:30-12pm in the antenatal clinic Alexandra Hospital Redditch 💉
Gives protection to you and baby.

**FLU VACCINATIONS** - All pregnant
women should have a flu vaccine to protect themselves and their babies. Flu vaccine can be given safely at any stage of pregnancy, from conception onwards. https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/keeping-well/flu-jab/
Ask at your GP surgery or follow the link to find and book with your local pharmacy now https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nhs.uk%2Fservice-search%2Fvaccination-and-booking-services%2Ffind-a-pharmacy-that-offers-free-flu-vaccination%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cheloise.doherty%40nhs.net%7Ce3ab838cab294c35687e08ddf7852615%7C37c354b285b047f5b22207b48d774ee3%7C0%7C0%7C638938873415781005%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=gYP1S83qUP5%2BPaW3RbhwT%2FLugHi6U0sa7RFGwqfkAQs%3D&reserved=0

16/10/2025

*** DROP IN FLU VACCINATION CLINC ***
This saturday 18th October 09.30-12pm in the Antenatal clinic on the first floor, Alexandra Hospital Redditch.
Can be given in any trimester and will not only protect you but also baby for upto 6 months post birth.

nhs.uk/PregnancyVaccinations

11/10/2025

We are offering some extra flu vaccination appointments on Saturday 18th October at Alexandra hospital Redditch 9-12:30. If you would like to book an appointment email wah-tr.maternityvaccination@nhs.net stating your name, hospital number and contact number and a member of our vaccination team will be in touch to confirm an appointment time.

If you’re pregnant, you’re eligible for flu, RSV and whooping cough vaccines. Speak to your midwife, GP practice or pharmacist about vaccinations. 👩‍⚕️💬🤰

Visit nhs.uk/PregnancyVaccinations for more details.

02/10/2025

Such a thoughtful thing to do 😍🥹

October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month and awareness campaigner, Lauren, has for the fourth year running created this beautiful memorial by the lake.

Lauren has kindly left a box in the cafe with blank ribbons for those who would like to add to the memorial with their baby's name and free keepsakes to take home with them for their own baby.

27/09/2025