The Coombe Hospital, Coombe Women & Infants University Hospital, Dolphin's Barn Street, Dublin 8, Crumlin (2026)

09/03/2026

We were honoured to welcome Dr Nils Bergman to The Coombe Hospital today. Dr Bergman, a consulting public health physician with specific expertise in maternal and neonatal care, spoke with our team about the scientific evidence base for immediate and continuous skin-to-skin contact to significantly improve survival rates for very low birth weight newborns. Dr Bergman has developed and published an underlying scientific rationale to explain these findings summarised as ‘nurturescience’.

08/03/2026

This International Women’s Day, we recognise the dedication, compassion and expertise of our team who care for women and families in our hospital every day.

As a maternity and women’s health service, we are present at some of the most significant and, at times, vulnerable moments in people’s lives. That responsibility is carried with compassion and professionalism across all roles and departments. Today provides an opportunity for us to recognise the expertise, empathy and dedication that our team brings - not only to those in our care, but also to each other.

Thank you to all our staff for the difference you make, every day.

06/03/2026

We warmly invite you to join us for our Annual Service of Remembrance.

This service is for anyone who has experienced pregnancy loss or the death of a baby. It is a gentle and supportive space to come together, remember and honour these much-loved babies.

Our Annual Service of Remembrance is an interfaith service and all are welcome.

We recognise how important it is to remember together. We hope you can join us.

The service will also stream live on www.churchservices.tv/dolphinsbarn

06/03/2026

We will be offering free Postnatal Exercise Classes at our Postnatal Hubs in Tallaght, Crumlin and Clondalkin this April/May.

Classes are in-person, run for six weeks and are suitable for women who are six weeks to six months postnatal (and cleared for exercise by your GP/midwife/consultant).

Please only sign up if you can commit to attending at least five sessions.

05/03/2026

🎥Endometriosis Awareness Month

To mark Endometriosis Awareness Month, our first video features Dr Hugh D. O’Connor, Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, with a special interest in the management of endometriosis.

In this video, he explains:
- What endometriosis is, and why it happens
- Common symptoms
- How endometriosis is diagnosed
- What treatment options are available
- Our multidisciplinary approach to care

This is a great starting point if you’re newly diagnosed, or just want to understand more about endometriosis and how our Enhanced Endometriosis Clinic supports patients.

***The Enhanced Endometriosis Clinic is a referral only service for women with a diagnosis of endometriosis, stages 1-3***

05/03/2026

📚✨ Happy World Book Day! ✨📚

"A book shared with a baby is the beginning of a lifelong story."

Reading with your baby is a wonderful way to support early brain and language development, while also strengthening the bond between parent and baby. Your baby loves the sound of your voice - whether you are reading a story, chatting about your day, or singing a song 💛

This is especially important for babies starting out in life, including those cared for in our Neonatal Unit.

Families on the Neonatal Unit can access books through our ‘Bright Beginnings’ Library, helping parents share stories, talk and connect with their baby during their hospital journey 📖

Today for World Book Day, why not pick up a book and share a story with your little one - bump, baby or toddler. Every story shared is a step towards a lifelong love of reading.

02/03/2026

March is National Endometriosis Awareness Month.

Endometriosis is a complex, chronic condition that can have a significant impact on daily life and wellbeing.

The Enhanced Endometriosis Clinic at The Coombe Hospital is consultant led, and supported by a dedicated multidisciplinary team, including doctors, a clinical nurse specialist, physiotherapist, dietician, psychologist and pain management expert.

We provide a holistic, personalised approach for women referred by their GP or specialist, following a diagnosis of endometriosis (stages 1-3). Once referred you will meet the members of our multidisciplinary team who can best support your individual symptoms and needs.

This National Endometriosis Awareness Month, we’ll be sharing a weekly video featuring a member of our team to help you understand endometriosis and what to expect if you are referred to our service.

These videos will cover:
- What endometriosis is, how it’s diagnosed and treated
- What to expect from your first appointment with us
- How physiotherapy, diet and other supports can help with symptom management

Follow along to learn more about endometriosis and our approach to care.

***The Enhanced Endometriosis Clinic is a referral only service for women with a diagnosis of endometriosis, stages 1-3***

27/02/2026

If your baby spent time in the Neonatal Unit – ours or elsewhere, we would really value your feedback💛

We’re specifically looking to learn what could have made your experience easier or more comfortable as a parent.

For example:
- Were there supports, facilities or resources you wish had been available?
- Did you feel you received enough information and guidance? If not, what areas would you have liked more information on?
- Did you feel adequately prepared on discharge? If not, what areas would you have liked more information/support on?
- What helped you most?
- What would you improve on?

If you have any feedback that you would like to share, please email communications@coombe.ie

26/02/2026

Help Us Mark 200 Years of The Coombe Hospital!

As part of our bicentenary celebrations, we’re gathering inspirational Coombe stories to share throughout the year.

Were you – or your family – part of something special at The Coombe Hospital?

For example....

⭐ Multiple generations born or working here
⭐ An extraordinary birth journey
⭐A moment of resilience, courage or care you’ll never forget

If The Coombe Hospital played a truly memorable role in your story, we’d love to hear from you!

Please get in touch with Jamie on jgood@coombe.ie

***Please note, due to the volume of responses, we may not be able to feature every story – but we would still love to hear from you!***

23/02/2026

Looking for practical advice and guidance on gentle exercises to support your physical recovery? Why not join our postnatal physio class which takes place online every second Friday at 11am.

If you've recently welcomed a little one at The Coombe and would like to join us, email physio@coombe.ie and include the following details:

- Your Name
- Hospital Number
- Date of Delivery

20/02/2026

We’re delighted to share that our website www.coombe.ie was recognised at the National Digital Awards last night. The site was created by Urban Brand Creative who won gold in the ‘Most Trusted Website’ category and the overall ‘National Website of the Year’ award for their work on our website. A huge thank you to the Urban Brand Creative team for their vision, creativity and hard work in bringing our website to life. We’re very proud to see their work, and our website, recognised at a national level. ⭐

“When we were tasked by The Coombe with this project, the brief was clear. Patrick Donohue and the team wanted to reposition the hospital from being seen primarily as a maternity hospital to a full-service women’s health institution — and they made it clear that the website would be central to that evolution. They gave us clarity, trust and real latitude — and they represent the very best kind of client for Urban Brand Creative. This award belongs as much to them as it does to us. This project was also partially supported through the Teach Ruadh Foundation, which Sinead and I established in memory of our son, Ruadh – so this one is for Ruadh.” Keith Bradshaw, Founder and Lead Strategist at Urban Brand Creative

18/02/2026

⛳ Friends of the Coombe Golf Classic

Thursday 14th May 2026

Join us for a fantastic day of golf at Palmerstown House Estate.

🏌️ We’re looking for:
• Teams to take part
• Businesses to sponsor a hole
• Spot prizes/raffle items

Event Details:
• 11am: Registration
• 1pm: Shot gun start
• 6pm: BBQ, prizes & raffle

All funds raised will be donated to Friends of the Coombe, supporting the care of women and newborns at The Coombe Hospital.

Register/find out more: coombegolfclassic@coombe.ie

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