Is Royal London Hospital Good for maternity?
Inpatient maternity care and end of life care at the Royal London Hospital are now rated ‘good’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Maternity services at the hospital were rated ‘outstanding’ for being well-led and ‘good’ for safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness.
Do you give birth in a private room NHS?
Yes, you can choose to give birth in a private maternity hospital, or within a private wing of an NHS hospital. You can also choose to receive some or all of your antenatal care from obstetricians and midwives in private clinics and hospitals.
Is Royal London Hospital private?
Private care at The Royal London Hospital Private patients have their own private room in a quiet area of the hospital, with an ensuite accessible bathroom. The rooms are equipped with their own TV, telephone, access to WiFi and complimentary newspapers and magazines.
How do I refer myself to a midwife?
This may be via an online form or a phone contact with your local midwives. If you’re not sure which trust or hospital you’re allowed to book into for antenatal care, your GP practice will be able to let you know. Please note that not all hospitals allow self-referral. Otherwise, contact your GP.
Can you self-refer to early pregnancy unit?
How do I get referred to EPU? This is a walk in service meaning that you can self-refer and do not need to have seen a GP first. You must have a positive pregnancy test but be less than 14 weeks pregnant. We will see any woman who arrives at the clinic before 11am.
How long do you stay in hospital after first baby UK?
If you’ve given birth in hospital or a midwife unit and you and your baby are well, you’ll probably be able to go home 6 to 24 hours after your baby is born. Midwives will agree a plan with you for visits at home or at a children’s centre until your baby is at least 10 days old.
How soon can I go home after having a baby?
If you have a straightforward vaginal birth in a public hospital or birthing centre, you’ll probably go home within 24 hours. A midwife might visit you at home. If you have your baby in a private hospital, you might be able to stay longer, if you want to.