Which London hospital is best for maternity?
Which London hospital is best for maternity?
Thomas’ Hospital, Southwark. According to the Care Quality Commission, St Thomas’ offers some of the best maternity services in London and boasts state-of-the-art facilities. Home births are available, as are ward-based births.
What is antenatal day assessment unit?
ANDAU is a Midwife-led assessment area located within the Antenatal Clinic. If you require additional monitoring during your pregnancy, that does not require you to stay in hospital, it may take place at ANDAU.
Is private birth better than NHS?
Private healthcare gives the patient more choice; in most cases, patients can choose which hospital they want to go to and which consultant they want to see. Private hospitals are generally more modern, spacious and comfortable than NHS hospitals and you will be able to have your own room, rather than being on a ward.
What happens at a maternity assessment?
Your midwife will ask if they can: measure your height and weight, and work out your body mass index (BMI) measure your blood pressure and test your urine for signs of pre-eclampsia. take a blood test to see if you have HIV, syphilis or hepatitis B.
How many antenatal appointments are there?
How many antenatal appointments will I have? If you’re expecting your first child, you’ll have up to 10 antenatal appointments. If you have had a baby before, you’ll have around 7 appointments, but sometimes you may have more – for example, if you develop a medical condition.
How long does a maternity assessment take?
The midwife will tell you if you need to wait for the blood test results. If so, the results can take 1-3 hours to be analysed. The length of your stay will vary depending on the assessment required. You should allow 1-4 hours.
When should I make an appointment after a positive pregnancy test?
As soon as you know you’re pregnant, call your doctor and schedule in your first prenatal (or antenatal) appointment. Most women like to make an appointment fairly soon after they find out they’re pregnant. If this is your first pregnancy, it’s likely you’ll want to see a doctor straight away.
Where is the maternity day Assessment Unit at Barnet Hospital?
Maternity day assessment unit We have maternity day assessment units on the 2nd floor of Barnet Hospital and on the 5th floor of the Royal Free Hospital. Our specialist maternity day assessment units are for women who require additional care, monitoring and treatment during their pregnancy and after birth.
Where is the new entrance and exit to Barnet Hospital?
From Monday 13 July there will be a new entrance and exit for accessing the Barnet Hospital unit between the hours of 8am and 8pm. The new entrance/exit is located on level 2, accessed by Wellhouse Lane, via a ramp. Please report to the front of the hospital and follow signage around to the new entrance.
Is Barnet a good place to give birth?
I’ve just read lots of bad reviews online and was worried as I’m giving birth there in the spring. Pros of Barnet: partners/birth supporters are allowed to stay on post-natal ward, and you can have a private postnatal room for £100. You can go on their tours to have a look.
