Telling your GP and/or midwife promptly will help to make sure you receive maternity healthcare that takes into account all your health needs and preferences.
If you have done a positive pregnancy test you should make an appointment to see the Midwife before you are 10 weeks pregnant.To see your Midwife you should phone Forth Valley Royal Hospital Maternity Unit. Monday-Friday 8.30-12.00 on 01324 567146 or email [email protected] and ask for a booking appointment with the Midwife. It’s best to see them as early as possible to obtain the information you need to have a healthy pregnancy.
Midwife
The Midwife works with the doctor to give care to women having a baby, both before and for ten days after the baby is delivered. Antenatal appointments are now generally provided by the midwife at the hospital or satellite clinic. For further information please contact your Practice.
The role of the Midwife
A midwife is a qualified nurse who has undertaken further training to provide and promote normal midwifery.
They help you to prepare for motherhood and promote good health for yourself and your baby by advising on the effects of drinking, smoking and good diet whilst you are pregnant.
The midwife guides you through your pregnancy and endeavours to detect any problems and make relevant referrals if necessary.
Your antenatal care
When you first learn that you’re pregnant, get in touch with a midwife or GP as soon as possible. Ideally this should be by 10 weeks of your pregnancy. Telling your GP and/or midwife promptly will help to make sure you receive maternity healthcare that takes into account all your health needs and preferences.
NHS Inform provides further details on all aspects of antenatal care.
