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Written by Head of Maternity Services
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All women, including first time mothers, are entitled to choose the place that their baby is born. Most women can be reassured that they can leave the final decision until the last few weeks of pregnancy – all women who receive pregnancy care from Ashford and St. Peter’s Hospitals NHS Trust will automatically be provided with labour and birth care.
Women who have had uncomplicated pregnancies and who are ‘low risk’ can be reassured that there is no reason why they should birth in hospital.
Midwives and obstetricians provide professional advice and sometimes you may not wish to accept this; this is your choice and our service will support your right to choose.
If you are unhappy that your right to choose is not being heard you can discuss this with a Supervisor of Midwives; s/he can be contacted through the hospital switchboard 01932 872 000
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In general, women who are ‘low risk’ usually choose
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In general, women who have some risk factors are encouraged to discuss their requirements with their midwife and a Consultant Obstetrician
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A previous Caesarean section
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An ongoing medical problem
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When pregnancy goes into its 43rd week
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When the placenta is low but not obstructing the passage of the baby
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In general, women who have had a complicated pregnancy or are having significant medical treatment are usually advised to birth within a hospital setting
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Blood pressure problems especially pre-eclampsia
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When labour is premature (at less than 37 weeks)
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When the baby has not been growing well
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When the woman has problems with blood clotting
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Amenity Rooms on Joan Booker (Postnatal) Ward
| Private room with en suite facilities |
£200 per night |
| Upgraded amenity room with bathroom facilities shared with one other room |
£130 per night |
| Single amenity room sharing ward facilities |
£85 per night |
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Payment for your amenity room is required upon discharge from the ward.
Please call us on:
- Joan Booker Ward – 01932 722659
- Midwifery Triage – 01932 722835
- Labour Ward – 01932 722399
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 09 February 2012 11:48 )
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