Leeds Maternity E-Midwife

18/09/2025

Today our Thankyou Thursday is about the birth of baby Jasper!

"I've been meaning to send a message for ages to say how fantastic my care at St James' was when I gave birth to my son Jasper. He arrived 10 days early on 30th April 2025 after my waters broke quite dramatically while watching the telly!

I was seen on the MAC unit who were all fantastic and really reassuring, and was then moved straight into delivery after being told I was already 4cm dilated. After a long 24 hours of having to be induced as my labour had halted, I ended up having an emergency C Section as my baby's head was turned to the side.

The surgical team were all fantastic, and the surgeon came to speak to me on the ward the day after to explain the procedure and to make sure I understood everything which really exceeded my expectations.

Due to various issues with myself and Jasper we needed to stay on the post-natal ward for 5 days, where again the care we received was really excellent.

Thank you so much to all the staff that cared for us, special shout outs to midwives Abi, Nikki, and student Hannah, Lucy the anaesthetist, and Robyn on post-natal who was so lovely and supportive ♥️"

To share your story please send us a direct message with a photo of your baby and a few paragraphs about your experience. Your story can be anonymous and you don't have to show your baby's face if you'd prefer. We share a post every Thursday on our e-Midwife Facebook and Instagram pages!

17/09/2025

We're launching a new Perinatal Pelvic Health Service (PPHS) and we need your help to shape it.

If you're currently pregnant, you're invited to complete a quick, anonymous survey to help us better understand your needs and improve our service.

🔗 Survey link: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=slTDN7CF9UeyIge0jXdO42PARKhrOitCjT5uUIcwKnVUN1hMS1pGMlkwUDRTNzhKVERSSkxCMzlERy4u

📞 If you’d prefer to go through the questions over the phone or are having trouble accessing the form, please email:
leedsth-tr.urogynaephysiotherapy@nhs.net

🚫 Please note:
Please only complete the form if you are at least 12 weeks pregnant
If you've already given birth please see our earlier post to complete the survey about postnatal pelvic health care

Thank you!

16/09/2025

🌸 Maternal Journal Classes Are Back!🌸
Starting Friday 10th October, join us at Chapeltown Children’s Centre! We welcome anyone who is pregnant or has a baby up to 6 months old. Babies are welcome!

✨ What is Maternal Journal?
It’s a FREE weekly class where we explore pregnancy, birth and caring for your baby through creative journaling, art, and more.

📅 When and Where?
Every Friday, 10am–12pm
📍 Chapeltown Children’s Centre, LS7 4AW
🚗 Parking available

📩 How to join?
Email: nada.abdul-majid@nhs.net or call/text 07768884949.

Thank you to Leeds Hospitals Charity for generously funding this project.

15/09/2025

12/09/2025

Your baby's movements are really important 👣🤰. ℹ️ You can find more information about fetal movements here: https://www.rcog.org.uk/for-the-public/browse-our-patient-information/your-babys-movements-in-pregnancy/

Please call Maternity Assessment (MAC) at your booked hospital if you are worried about your baby's movements, or with any other urgent concerns: 📞 LGI - 0113 3926731 or St James's - 0113 2065781.

🌎 If you would like to access this poster in another language, or to listen to an audio version, visit: https://www.tommys.org/pregnancy-information/health-professionals/free-pregnancy-resources/leaflet-and-banner-feeling-your-baby-move-sign-they-are-well

11/09/2025

"I'd like to say a massive thank you to to all the midwives at St James who went above and beyond with both myself and mum who is a very anxious person! From 21 weeks we had to visit the day unit weekly, all the staff in there were amazing and help us feel more at ease especially Jayde she would go above and beyond every week ensuring she was there for our next appointment to make mum feel more at ease!

The staff on the delivery suite were amazing the two ladies that got things going to be induced were fantastic one of them been a student, sadly I can't remember their names but they really were great with us all and really helped mum stay calm by explaining everything.

Overall our experience was made a lot better by the lovely midwife's at St James both before and during delivery 😊

Our baby boy was safely delivered by the lovely night shift midwife Anita on 19th March 2025 at 11.58pm weighing a healthy 7lb 4💙

Overall a massive thank you to all involved at St James, Emma & Jordon ❤️"

To share your story please send us a direct message with a photo of your baby and a few paragraphs about your experience. Your story can be anonymous and you don't have to show your baby's face if you'd prefer. We share a post every Thursday on our e-Midwife Facebook and Instagram pages!

09/09/2025

RSV vaccination appointments are available in Leeds from 28 weeks pregnant.

Please call 0113 39 26792 to book your appointment. Phone lines are open between 8am and 4pm Monday-Friday.

If you have any questions, please take a look at the RSV information leaflet: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/respiratory-syncytial-virus-rsv-maternal-vaccination/a-guide-to-rsv-vaccination-for-pregnant-women

05/09/2025

Our Maternity Assessment Centres (MAC) are open 24/7 and this includes the weekend.

If you have any of the attached symptoms or any other urgent concerns about your pregnancy, or after you've had your baby, please call MAC at your booked hospital to speak to a midwife.

Our midwives will give you advice over the telephone and invite you in to MAC if you need to seen.

Call MAC at any time 📞: LGI - 0113 3926731 or St James's - 0113 2065781.

If you have any non-urgent questions please direct message this page. The E-Midwife will be back to answer any questions on Monday ☺️🤰

04/09/2025

👶🧶 Calling all knitters! 🧶👶

Our delivery suite team at St James's Hospital need your help – we’re running low on cosy knitted hats for full-term newborns! 💕

We’re looking for hats measuring 34–36cm in circumference.

📦 Please send your donations to:
Ward J03, Gledhow Wing, St James’s Hospital, Beckett Street, Leeds, LS9 7TF

✨ A couple of important notes:

* From smoke-free homes 🚭
* Machine washable yarn (up to 60°) 🧼

Every hat makes a difference, thank you from all of us at Leeds Maternity! 💖

04/09/2025

Today our Thankyou Thursday is about the birth of baby Isaac!

"I wanted to send a huge thank you to the midwifery team at LGI for supporting me with such a smooth delivery of our baby boy Isaac on 12th July 2025.

I delivered in the Lotus Suite supported by midwife Laura and student Sophia, they were both absolutely incredible throughout. They made me feel so safe from start to finish and gave me the confidence that I could have the smooth birth I desperately wanted after a really difficult 1st birth.

It really was a wonderful experience thanks to the team! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, Lauren and Richard x"

To share your story please send us a direct message with a photo of your baby and a few paragraphs about your experience. Your story can be anonymous and you don't have to show your baby's face if you'd prefer. We share a post every Thursday on our e-Midwife Facebook and Instagram pages!

03/09/2025

Here is some lovely feedback we've received from a grateful patient!

"I came to MAC yesterday morning as I thought my baby wasn’t moving as much as usual. The staff were calm, kind and friendly. They really put me at ease and made me feel well looked after. They explained clearly everything that they were doing and why they were doing it, and what might happen next. It was a really lovely experience at a worrying time and I want them to know how much I appreciated their care. I was looked after by Zoe and another midwife who had light brown hair in a ponytail with a fringe."

If you receive a text or card inviting you to share your feedback please fill this in and we’ll do our best to pass on your message to those involved in your care. You can also share your feedback via https://linktr.ee/leedsmaternity or by sending us a DM. 🩷