Macclesfield Maternity & Neonatal Unit

16/02/2026

16/02/2026

🎈 Meet The Team Baby Shower 🎈

Don’t miss this great opportunity to join in one of our baby showers
This is a chance to meet the team and find out about the services delivered in Cheshire East’s Family Hubs 👇🏻

East Cheshire NHS Trust
Macclesfield Maternity Voices Partnership

14/02/2026

💕 Happy Valentine’s Day to all our wonderful families 💕

Love is certainly in the air here in our Special Care Baby Unit today! From tiny hand squeezes to precious cuddles, our little valentines remind us every day what love truly means.

We’re so grateful to share these special moments with you and to be part of your journey.

Now the big question… 💌
💞✨ How many Valentine’s babies will we welcome on the maternity unit today? ✨💞















East Cheshire NHS Trust
Macclesfield Maternity Voices Partnership

13/02/2026

🍼 Struggling to find milk for your formula-fed baby because of the ?

TOP TIPS
🤱 If you’re mixed feeding, more if you can

1️⃣ You can use any first infant formula for 0-12 months, whether powdered or liquid – they all provide the nutrients your baby needs. You may notice changes in your baby’s poo but switching between first infant formulas is safe

2️⃣ Follow on formula can be used for 6-12 months (whether powdered or liquid) but NEVER give follow-on formula to babies under 6 months old

3️⃣ 4️⃣ NEVER give growing up or toddler milks or drinks to babies under 12 months

❌ Be aware that no formula milks are necessary at all for children over 12 months

❗ Only use a specialised formula milk (lactose-free, anti-reflux, comfort) on the advice of a medical professional

REMEMBER
🦠 Powdered formula milks are NOT STERILE: Always follow the NHS advice on making up and storing formula to minimise the risk of bacterial contamination which can make your baby sick.

🤖 Formula preparation machines often do not produce water that is hot enough to kill any bacteria in the formula powder, so it’s best to avoid using them at all.

For more *independent*, expert information on formula for parents who use formula to feed their babies, see www.firststepsnutrition.org/parents-carers

NHS Food Standards Agency Professor Amy Brown - Breastfeeding Uncovered National Breastfeeding Helpline UK Institute of Health Visiting

13/02/2026

✨🌟Feedback Friday 🌟✨

“I hope this message reaches the midwives, doctors, and staff who cared for me during my labour and delivery. I want to say thank you, truly, from the bottom of my heart.

Because of my endometriosis, I never believed I would fall pregnant, so my baby already felt like a miracle. Labour was long and incredibly challenging, and after nearly a week I was physically and emotionally exhausted. Living with mental health difficulties made that time even harder.

Throughout it all, I was met with such kindness and patience. A midwife ran me a warm bath at 5am to ease my contraction pain, and others gently supported me as I walked the hospital corridors through excruciating contractions.

One midwife took the time to speak with me privately when I felt desperate to leave. She listened with compassion and calmly advised me to stay due to my high blood pressure. That moment made all the difference and I truly believe it helped keep both my baby and me safe.

When an emergency caesarean became necessary, I felt completely cared for. Even in a frightening situation, I felt supported, respected, and safe.

Our baby Willow is now 8 months old and thriving. Every milestone is a reminder of the incredible care we received. I will always be grateful for the kindness, professionalism, and humanity shown to us during one of the most intense moments of our lives. 💛”

Congratulations and welcome to the world

Thank you for your feedback

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12/02/2026

💛 Protecting You and Your Baby During Pregnancy 💛

Vaccinations in pregnancy help protect you, your baby, and your pregnancy. You can book all of your recommended pregnancy vaccines directly through our Antenatal Clinic.

📍 Our vaccination clinics run at the Antenatal Unit at Macclesfield General Hospital every Wednesday to Friday.

Please ask about booking while you’re attending an appointment, or call 01625 661160 and we’ll do our best to coordinate your vaccine alongside your routine antenatal visits at the appropriate stage of your pregnancy.

If you have any questions or concerns about the Flu, Whooping Cough (Pertussis), or Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccines, our dedicated vaccination nurse will be very happy to talk these through with you.

Your health and your baby’s protection matter to us 💕

11/02/2026

We are still running our monthly Antenatal Sessions for you to attend and anyone is welcome, please follow the link to sign up: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/macclesfield-maternity-cherubs-cheshires-really-useful-breastfeeding-service-106481270581?fbclid=IwY2xjawPVm05leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETA0U1dXSmlxNjlWUjBpd1FYc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHgW4GX8uD8MrYjVOj6VWzDSUe0aZjF2_RSsDxI855jbDORjZQlrNQEHdCBju_aem_HyqD-Z8W4UkLkIawEDtLWw

11/02/2026

11/02/2026

❗️Safety Advice ❗️

This is safety advice for parents using breastmilk syringes

Are you using these syringes to collect colostrum (early breastmilk)?

If the syringe you are using has a purple cap that goes on the end this MUST be removed before feeding.

* When you open the syringe packet remove the purple cap and discard.
* One you have collected your breastmilk, the syringe should be labelled with your name, hospital number, date and time and stored in a food grade plastic bag.
* It can then be kept in the fridge (for 6 days) or the freezer (for 6 months)

For more information 👇🏻
Expressing and storing breastmilk - The Breastfeeding Network

East Cheshire NHS Trust

10/02/2026

⚠️ Infant Milk Recall ⚠️

Please read

Danone recalls several Aptamil and Cow & Gate first infant milk and follow on milk products

Please see link below 👇🏻
Danone recalls several Aptamil and Cow & Gate First Infant Milk and Follow on Milk formula products because of the possible presence of cereulide (toxin) | Food Standards Agency

For more information, please visit
First steps nutrition 👇🏻
News & Publications — First Steps Nutrition Trust

East Cheshire NHS Trust

09/02/2026

✨ A little bit of good news… ✨

Our Elf antics with Fifi, sharing Family Integrated Care, maternity and neonatal safety, and parent education, have been recognised with Colleague of the Month 🏆

What started as festive fun became a lovely way to support families, share important messages, and bring a smile along the way.

A huge well done to Joy Casey, our Chief Elf, for leading the magic and helping showcase the very best of FiCare 💚



Macclesfield Maternity Voices Partnership
North West Neonatal Operational Delivery Network

A huge well done to Joy Casey, Neonatal Nurse Associate, for being named our Colleague of the Month!

Her daily Elf on the Shelf posts on the Trust's maternity page have supported parents and showcased the very best of FiCare.

05/02/2026

✨ Meet the Team – Taisie ✨

Hi, I’m Taisie, the vaccination nurse
on the antenatal unit at Macclesfield Hospital 👋

I’ve worked in a variety of nursing roles for nearly 8 years, and since October 2024 I’ve been supporting mums-to-be by providing vaccinations during pregnancy. I’m passionate about helping families protect both themselves and their babies, and I’ve had thorough training in all the vaccinations I offer.

I keep up to date with evidence-based research and best practice, so I can support parents in making informed decisions for their babies, even before they’re born.

As a relatively new mum myself, I understand how overwhelming pregnancy can feel, and I always aim to make vaccine appointments as calm, reassuring and positive as possible 🤍

🎭 Fun fact: I also have a degree in Music Theatre and once worked for Coca-Cola, proving that nursing isn’t always a straight path!

We’re so lucky to have Taisie as part of our maternity and neonatal team 💙