• The whole experience from start to finish was amazing! The staff were supportive, knowledgeable and very caring. I felt totally at ease with them which helped me labour better. I have already been recommending WJC.

    -William Julien Courtauld Birthing Unit

    The whole experience from start to finish was amazing! The staff were supportive, knowledgeable and very caring. I felt totally at ease with them which helped me labour better. I have already been recommending WJC.

  • I had best care on MB2. Midwives was always so professional and helpful. Transitional care team was amazing saved my little girl having to be in NICU away from me. Nothing was ever to much and can tell they really care about their patients.

    -Southend Hospital

    I had best care on MB2. Midwives was always so professional and helpful. Transitional care team was amazing saved my little girl having to be in NICU away from me. Nothing was ever to much and can tell they really care about their patients.

  • My experience of the postnatal ward was very positive, I felt cared for and staff regularly checked in and responded efficiently to any pain relief requests or to assist with my baby whilst I was unable to move myself.

    -Basildon Hospital

    My experience of the postnatal ward was very positive, I felt cared for and staff regularly checked in and responded efficiently to any pain relief requests or to assist with my baby whilst I was unable to move myself.

  • All staff very attentive and supportive. They all do an amazing job and believe no improvements are required. Will definitely look to go back if I ever have another baby.

    -Broomfield Hospital

    All staff very attentive and supportive. They all do an amazing job and believe no improvements are required. Will definitely look to go back if I ever have another baby.

After your baby is born

Giving birth is a life-changing, emotional event, and sometimes your maternity journey may change due to circumstances beyond our control. This may leave you with unanswered questions and cause anxiety.

For more information on navigating these challenges, visit https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/labour-and-birth/after-the-birth/what-happens-straight-after.

So how can we help if this happens?

We have a service available where you can meet with a midwife, doctor, or healthcare provider and discuss your experience in confidence and with access to your notes to try and alleviate these fears and prepare you for your future.

Postnatal maternity resources

Are you a new parent looking for tips on caring for yourself and your baby? Check out these resources for support and information after birth.

 

Contact details

You can call us on:

Main maternity — call 0300 443 4444

Maternity triage — 0300 443 5555