Is it possible to change midwife

Netmums-to-be Help! Netmums-to-be Is it possible to feel for baby's head lol externally and guess if engaged?? I didn't know you can get a new form. HR at work asked me when the form was signed so I assumed once I had it that was it. Even if my number wasn't in her phone surely she has a document of patients so she can look me up? She has responded to me before knowing who I am when I had a food issue and she did ask me about that at the appointment.

Same number so how does she suddenly not know who I am a few weeks later? In answer to Tia77hde. Personally I. She has your records she should no who you are to be honest But also it isn't her fault for the name spellinG that was a mistake but she is your midwife she should be making sure your ok..

So I would be the exact same But not sure how you go about getting. I absolutely accept it's my fault for misspelling my name on the text but really, who is called Tanys? Surely anyone would see that's a mistake with S being right next to A on a keyboard. Maybe I'm being a bit unreasonable but after her not ever getting back to me when I was in pain, on my own at home and scared witless I'm sure I'm within my rights to have a bit of a rant. Pet hair remover that's highly effective and purse-friendly!

Pet Hair Roller Buy now. To change I'd imagine you'd be told to change GP. The midwife will be allocated a number of clinics to attend and you'd have to check with new surgerys a if they had midwifery cover as some group together and b who that midwife was. The midwife you see at clinic is very unlikely to be with you in labour unless she is on duty at the hospital. And as for medical reccords held by the midwife - nothing is on paper it's all held centrally on a database. Accessed through surgery or hospital computers.

That might not be the case my midwife is in a different area to my GP as when I found out I was pregnant I said I didn't want the one from. Netmums-to-be Feeling a proper kick- is this possible at 16 weeks?

Netmums-to-be 4 weeks after miscarriage possible implantation bleeding? Netmums-to-be Can you tell if there back to back??? Doulas provide a similar service to midwives, as they advocate and support women throughout pregnancy and birth. However, they are not medically qualified and they usually work alongside medical professionals. The World Health Organisation recommends that all women should have a companion present during labour and childbirth.

The report showed that outcomes for women and babies were improved in the presence of continuous support, such as a doula. A doula will meet with you, get to know you and your birth partner if you have one, and understand what kind of birth you would like to have. Most importantly doulas advocate for you during the birthing process.

The doula deals with any practical issues that arise such as liaising with midwives, doctors or administration, which means the mother can concentrate on giving birth, and the birth partner concentrates on supporting the mother. If a private midwife is out of your budget, doulas offer a continuity of care, which can complement and strengthen the midwifery services offered by the NHS. Can a doula deliver my baby? Should I get a doula? If you are curious about the role a doula could play in your birth, you should contact a local doula to have an informal chat.

There is no obligation to hire them, and it will give you a sense of value for money as well as the emotional value they might bring. Doulas are not regulated in the same way as midwives. They, therefore, cannot offer professional medical advice, only counsel and support.

You may want to check that your doula has taken a Doula UK approved qualification and speak to their previous clients to check their credentials.

Doula UK has a database which you can search by postcode to find an available local doula. Most doulas work within a mile radius, although some will travel further. You may want to have a no-obligation phone call to make sure their philosophy and attitude to birth suits you. Birth doulas will meet with you at least twice, then be available via phone or email for questions during your pregnancy.

Postnatal doulas will start working with you after birth, and for as long as you wish. They can help you with various tasks, from successful breastfeeding techniques to help around the house. Trust B will contact you and will most likely arrange a booking appointment and all of your follow up antenatal appointments. You should not stop attending your antenatal appointments with your named midwife from trust A until you have transferred your care to Trust B and been given a new named midwife.

It is important to us that you have choice around the place of birth, and that you are able to make changes should you wish to. Please be aware that if you change your place of birth, it may affect the continuity you receive from your midwifery team. If having the same maternity team is important to you, think carefully about your choices now before you book with a maternity provider.

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