Antenatal Package

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I will work with you to develop a personalised care package based on your needs and stage of pregnancy.  The typical antenatal appointment schedule comprises:

     • Visits every 4 weeks until 28 weeks

     • Visits every 2 weeks until 36 weeks

     • One private scan at 36-37 weeks

     • Then weekly visits until birth. 

During these visits I will check your blood pressure, test your urine and assess the well being, growth and position of your baby including listening to the fetal heart rate and assessing the position of your baby in the later stages of pregnancy.  We will work together to develop your birth plan and ensure you are prepared for the new delivery.  Each visit can last up to 2 hours so there is plenty of time for me to discuss any current concerns regarding your pregnancy, to help you prepare for labour and just as important; the time after the birth.  

Uniquely, my antenatal package includes a private fetal well-being scan at 36-37 weeks.  Latest research shows that an ultra-sound scan carried out at this stage of pregnancy can lower the chance of a breech delivery or Caesarian section.  The scan will assess baby's position, the functioning of the placenta and provide an estimated birth weight whilst also undertaking a general review of your baby's well-being.

You will be supported by me in your home at a time suitable to you, whether this be evenings or weekends and I will be available anytime for text/phone support if you have any antenatal queries.

I encourage you to book with your chosen hospital so that they have your history available when you arrive there in labour. They will also offer you your routine screening blood tests and your dating and anomaly scan for convenience*. Other than that you do not usually need to attend hospital antenatal appointments. 

This package is particularly well suited to women planning a hospital birth or an elective Caesarean section but who want the support and continuity of an experienced known midwife throughout pregnancy. 

* If you prefer I can arrange your dating and anomaly scan privately for an additional fee.

The early days of parenthood can be challenging in so many ways.  The arrival of your newborn will bring much joy but that joy will carry with it significant change.  Whether that be a change in lifestyle, physical change, emotional change or a combination of all three, adapting to these changes, often with a lack of sleep, can be difficult.  It is during this postnatal phase that many women feel the need for additional support.  Experienced support that is frequent, unwavering and lasts as long as you need it to.

I am here to help you as you navigate this transition into parenthood supporting not only you but your baby and even your partner throughout this incredible journey.  The fundamental goal of my postnatal care package is to empower you with the resources and knowledge needed to build your confidence during this period.  To develop the confidence needed to recognise the needs of your new baby and adapt to your new life seamlessly.  This confidence is born out of access to consistent, personalised and dedicated support.  

Experience shows that when new mothers feel supported and can access quality postnatal care outcomes are significantly enhanced.  Breastfeeding success is improved, physical recovery from birth accelerates and emotional well-being is strengthened.  As these concerns fall away, you will be able to focus on this precious period as a new family and look back on it in years to come with positive memories.

The postnatal appointment schedule comprises of 10 postnatal visits over 4 weeks scheduled to suit your needs and provided in the comfort of your own home. Each visit can last as long as 2 hours.  During these visits I will:

• Weigh your baby at each visit and monitor its growth
• Provide feeding support; whether that be breastfeeding or bottle feeding
• Provide a full assessment of baby's well-being including checking for signs of infection or illness
• Undertake routine medical checks for mum including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, bleeding, wound care/stitches, checks for signs of urine and uterine infections
• Assessment for mastitis and implementation of remedial measures where necessary
• Offer psychological and emotional support
• Provide support and assistance with baby care including bathing
• Support with colic and persistent crying
• Carry out the blood spot screening test where required

I will be available anytime for text/phone support if you have any postnatal queries. 

 
All services and support laid out in the above Antenatal and Postnatal care packages combined into a single package with the added benefit of consistent, continuous care delivered throughout pregnancy and beyond.

The benefits of continuity in midwifery care are well documented and supported by numerous evidence based studies.  Continuity of care has been proven to reduce premature birth rates, increase the chance of intervention free birth, optimise birth outcomes, minimise induction rates, provide enhanced maternal satisfaction and significantly improve breastfeeding success.

By combining my antenatal and postnatal support packages I will be able to offer you the ultimate in continuity of care.   As an independent midwife I provide an intimate, close and trusting relationship with you. A personal relationship built over a period of up to 10 months and formed in the comfort of your own home. 

I encourage you to book with your chosen hospital so that they have your history available when you arrive there in labour. They will also offer you your routine screening blood tests and your dating and anomaly scan for convenience*.  Other than that you do not usually need to attend hospital antenatal appointments. 

This package is particularly well suited to women planning a hospital birth or an elective Caesarean section but who want the support and continuity of an experienced known midwife throughout pregnancy. 

* If you prefer I can arrange your dating and anomaly scan privately for an additional fee.

No two births are the same, no two babies are the same and no mothers are the same.  I pride myself on providing individualised expert care and am always happy to develop a bespoke service based on the unique requirements of each woman and her baby.  Sometimes, circumstances will mean that the care you need will deviate from the schedule and packages laid out above.  In those instances I am more than happy to work with you to develop the support plan that is right for you.  In particular, I offer

- One-off antenatal appointments

- One-off postnatal appointments

- Mini postnatal package - either 3 or 5 visits

- Antenatal top-up package (to supplement NHS care) - either 3 or 5 visits

If you can’t see a package suitable for you, please contact me so we can discuss your specific requirements.

A one off appointment for infant feeding support costs £140 per hour. 

These appointments are always tailored to your specific needs. If you require more than two appointments I can create a bespoke package to suit your needs, please get in touch if you have any questions. 

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