Resources
Signposting you to evidence based information is a central part of my support. Below are a number of reliable resources to support you in knowing your options for birth, antenatal care and postnatal care and making informed choices.
BIRTH CHOICES
AIMS Association for Improvements in Maternity Services
For information on making decisions about your care in pregnancy and birth http://aims.org.uk
Royal College of Obstectricians & Gynaecologists
For information on specific guidelines on medical conditions of pregnancy
Birth Rights
For information on your rights during pregnancy and birth
NICE Guidelines
Birthplace Study
http://npeu.ox.ac.uk
Tommy’s http://tommys.org
INFANT FEEDING
La Leche League
Association of Breastfeeding Mothers
UNICEF
www.unicef.org.uk/babyfriendly/support-for-parents
National Breastfeeding Helplines
NCT
Breastfeeding National Helpline
other face to face support
Childrens Centres
Flying Start – Luton:
Sure Start – Dunstable:
MENTAL WELLNESS
Looking after your mental wellbeing is paramount through pregnancy and postnatally. The transition into motherhood whether the first or sixth time, looking after your newborn and yourself brings unique changes and challenges, and some of us are doing it given some really challenging life circumstances.
Sometimes it is not easy to speak to health care professionals about how you’re really feeling for fear of having your baby removed if you express your true feelings, but it is so important to get the support you need. If you can speak to your midwife, your health visitor or your GP. Alternatively/additionally here are some other resources:
MIND http://mind.org.uk
online forums
Breastfeeding in Bedfordshire
