A midwife's role is to be with women and this involves so much more than the actual moment of birth. I found that meeting women for the first time in labour was frustrating as it did not allow us to get to know each other in a way that provided mutual trust and respect and this had a detrimental effect on the labour and birth for the woman and her family.
Thinking about getting pregnant?
Making the decision to start a family is an important one. For some couples it happens quickly and catches them unaware but for other couples it takes a while to happen and there is time for more planning. Many couples find making an appointment prior to getting pregnant allows them to identify any issues they have and address them prior to getting pregnant.
We're pregnant - now what?
Having a great pregnancy and birth is not an accident. It is influenced by many factors in our lives. Many couples are excited to find out they are pregnant and want to get going on their journey of learning all about it. It's never too early to get started.
Make an appointment early in pregnancy to :
Maternal & Child Health
As a registered Maternal and Child Health nurse Andrea is able to provide an on-going service to both you and your family following the birth of your baby up to school age. The early days can be confusing and having a strong support base is important. Parents are welcome to make an appointment any time an issue arises as well as the key visits mentioned below.
