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Congratulations on your pregnancy!

Please let the practice know your news so we can update your records. You will need to contact the midwife to book an initial appointment. Details can be requested via reception.

If you are taking medication or are on any treatment, please do let us know as soon as possible.

Find early pregnancy advice from NHS Better Health

New guidance suggests that all expectant mothers take Vitamin D supplements. These can be bought over the counter at a pharmacy.

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NHS Better Health

From finding out your due date, early pregnancy signs and symptoms, to getting ready for labour and birth – this is your complete pregnancy guide.

Visit the NHS Better Health website

The National Childbirth Trust

Their mission is to support parents through the first 1,000 days, to have the best possible experience of pregnancy, birth and early parenthood.

Visit the The National Childbirth Trust website

ICON

Baby crying is normal, you can cope. Please follow the ICON guidance for coping with crying.

Visit the ICON website

The Lullaby Trust

The Lullaby Trust raises awareness of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), provides expert advice on safer sleep for babies and offers emotional support for bereaved families.

Visit the The Lullaby Trust website

TAMBA (Twins and Multiple Births Association)

Tamba is a UK based charity helping people around the world. They were set up by parents of multiples and interested professionals in 1978.

Visit the TAMBA website

Baby Centre

BabyCentre® reaches more than 45 million mums globally each month in nine different languages, including eight in 10 new and expecting mums online in the UK.

Visit the Baby Centre website