I’ve lost count how often I say “You could request an appointment to discuss with a Consultant Midwife / Head of Midwifery / Supervisor of Midwives. I’ve often found them to be very sensible” in our Facebook information and support group. I regularly suggest people speak to a senior midwife whenever anyone has questions or …
There’s a lot of talk about ‘preconception care’ at the moment. The idea is that the right help before becoming pregnant can improve maternal, fetal and infant health and well-being, both during and after pregnancy. Of course, not all pregnancies are planned, and even when they are, getting correct and timely information and advice is …
NICE is about to rewrite the Maternal and Child Nutrition Guideline, and has put out a call for experts. Most roles have been filled, but there are some important vacancies. Could you join the committee and lend your insight to this important document? They’re looking for professionals with “demonstrable relevant experience and clinical knowledge in …
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Why the healthcare obsession with weight as the ultimate explanation for all ills? Less than two weeks ago, I posted this meme on the BigBirthas Facebook group. While intended as a joke, the old ‘many a true word spoken in jest’ certainly fits here. It didn’t take long for a group member to experience the …
