Gloucestershire Maternity Voices
3 days ago
Changes to the maternity restrictions at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustThe Trust say: "From tomorrow 18 September, we are making some changes to access for partners and visitors in Maternity care. The changes we are making tomorrow are summarised in the graphic below, while we have also indicated what was previously allowed so you can see the differences we've made. We will shortly be updating the advice on our maternity web pages accordingly.We are constantly monitoring the COVID-19 infection rates in Gloucestershire both generally and for specific age groups and will be reviewing these Maternity changes on a weekly basis. These measures continue to be based on keeping you, your family and our staff as safe as possible and may vary from those in other units, even in counties close by, due to different infection rates, as well as the varying physical space of different maternity units. As a reminder, the social distancing measures in healthcare facilities remain at 2 metres."If you have any questions, please do send Glos Hospitals Trust a direct message and they will get back to you as soon as they can.*UPDATED WITH WEB LINK* From tomorrow 18 September, we are making some changes to access for partners and visitors in Maternity care. The changes we are making tomorrow are summarised in the graphic below, while we have also indicated what was previously allowed so you can see the differences we've made. Apologies to those using screen readers for not posting this link earlier, we have now updated our web pages with this information. All the latest advice has been added to our website: www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/coronavirus-covid-19/high-risk-and-vulnerable-patients/advice-if-you-are...We are constantly monitoring the COVID-19 infection rates in Gloucestershire both generally and for specific age groups and will be reviewing these Maternity changes on a weekly basis. These measures continue to be based on keeping you, your family and our staff as safe as possible and may vary from those in other units, even in counties close bGloucestershire Maternity Voicestes, as well as the varying physical space of different maternity units.If you have any questions, please do send us a direct message and we will get back to you as soon as we can. Gloucestershire Maternity VoicesAs a reminder, the social distancing measures in healthcare facilities remain at 2 metres. ... See MoreSee Less
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6 days ago
We know lots of you are waiting for updates about maternity and visiting restrictions due to the pandemic. We know that it's a really stressful time for you, we understand how you feel and we do welcome your comments and concerns.Lots of you have been messaging us to ask if we know of any updates. We have been speaking to Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and relaying all of your concerns to them. We do know that the rules are being reviewed to see if any changes can be made, and any updates will be announced imminently. We will post updates on our Facebook page as soon as we are made aware of them. Emma x ... See MoreSee Less
Advice on Covid-19 testing for parents...Parents are advised not to contact NHS 111 or 999 about testing (you cannot get a test via 111 or 999) and general queries about COVID-19. Info on testing is available here: www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/testing-and-tracing/get-a-test-to-check-if-you-have-co... and advice for schools and parents can be found via www.gov.uk/government/publications/letter-from-phe-and-nhs-test-and-trace-to-school-and-college-l...If your child has symptoms of COVID-19 e.g. a high temperature or a new, continuous cough, they worsen during self-isolation at home & you need urgent medical advice visit 111.nhs.uk/. If you cannot get on-line, call NHS 111. Gloucestershire County Council, Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust ... See MoreSee Less
7 days ago
Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust have announced the December dates for their popular hypnobirthing online courses! 🤰 There are also still spaces available for October and November courses. Find out more and book at www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/our-services/services-we-offer/maternity/about-your-pregnancy/antenatal-... ... See MoreSee Less
1 week ago
Friday Fun!Name a song with 'baby' in the title... ... See MoreSee Less