Kernow Maternity Services

28/10/2025

Balloon Induction will be the main method offered to everyone choosing an induction of labour who has had a baby before from the 1st of November - watch this video to find out more

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23/10/2025

If you'd like to know more about the vaccinations offered during pregnancy our perinatal vaccination team have produced this video which you may find useful 🦠

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23/10/2025

Looking for antenatal classes?

We are pleased to be able to offer our ‘bitesize’ antenatal education videos, featuring staff from the maternity team, that you have access to throughout your pregnancy and can be watched at any time, as many times as you like!
These videos cover topics from consent and making informed decisions, to the care you will be offered in labour and what to expect after the birth of your baby. https://www.youtube.com//playlists

Face to face sessions on birth planning and baby care run with local midwifery teams, so you have a chance to meet other people going through similar experiences and ask the team questions. Speak to your midwife for more information.

You also have access to online courses on parenting, childhood development and a full antenatal course delivered by the Solihull approach, these have also been translated into Arabic, Urdu, Polish and Welsh. Visit https://inourplace.co.uk/ and use the access code TAMAR.

Finally our specialist infant feeding team host a 2 hour session on Microsoft Teams on the first Friday and Saturday of each month about preparing for feeding and bonding with your baby rchtMaternityNattersKenwyn@nhs.onmicrosoft.com/" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://outlook.office.com/book/rchtMaternityNattersKenwyn@nhs.onmicrosoft.com/

22/10/2025

If you are currently pregnant we recommend you get a flu vaccine to help protect you and your baby.

Book by emailing rcht.vaccination@nhs.net

Find out more: https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/keeping-well/flu-jab/

10/10/2025

🤱🏻 did you know that our specialist infant feeding team run monthly virtual workshops on preparing to feed and bond with your baby?

Running on the first Friday and Saturday of each month you can sign up for their session to equip you with all the tools you’ll need to get feeding off to a great start.

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04/10/2025

Exciting opportunity to join us for the "15 Steps Maternity Night Time Event" at Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro. Come and share your thoughts!

Pop us a message or email if you have any questions!

Sign up on the link below!

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03/10/2025

Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust will be holding its Annual Baby Remembrance Service on Sunday 12 October from 3pm at Truro Catholic Church.

Planned and prepared by the hospital Chaplains and the Bereavement Specialist Midwives, the service takes place each year during National Baby Loss Awareness Week, offering comfort and mutual support.

Reverend Dom Whitting, Lead for Chaplaincy and Voluntary Services at RCHT, said: “Everyone is welcome to join us for this service, where we will be remembering the precious babies who are no longer with us and who continue to be held dear in our hearts. The service will be uplifting and comforting, with a programme of selected readings, music, an act of Remembrance, and the placing of hearts on a Memory Tree.”

The service will take place at Truro Catholic Church, St Austell Street, Truro, TR1 1SE on Sunday 12 October at 3pm. It will last approximately 45 to 50 minutes. Everyone is welcome.

29/09/2025

Please do speak with your midwife if you have any concerns.

26/09/2025

It’s tough when a baby won’t stop crying. 😣You might worry something is wrong or fear losing your cool – but you can cope.

💡Remember:
• Take a break 🛑
• Ask for help 🤝
• Never, ever shake your baby 🚫

More advice here: https://bit.ly/4fW3z5S

25/09/2025

🌈 ICON Week 2025 Tip: As part of ICON Week, remember that a consistent routine helps crying babies feel more secure. Stick to regular mealtimes and bedtime. 🕒

25/09/2025

There are many ways to soothe your baby. 💓But if the crying feels too much, it’s OK to put your baby in a safe place and walk away for a few minutes until you feel calm.

✅Comfort methods can help
✅Support is always available
✅Staying calm keeps everyone safe

More tips here: https://bit.ly/ICON-day4

24/09/2025

🧸 ICON Week 2025 Tip: Create a comfort kit with your baby’s favourite items—soft toys, blankets, or calming books. It’s perfect for those fussy moments!

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