Where to have your baby?
Did you know?
All pregnant women are entitled to NHS maternity care. This includes women who do not have immigration status.
Where can I have my baby
Having a baby can be an exciting and scary time. No matter what the circumstances of your pregnancy, you can be assured of the very best of care. Our maternity services help women reach informed decisions about their care throughout their pregnancy.
Maternity care is generally divided into two categories:
Low risk care is offered where any previous births and general health have been problem-free. Expecting mothers are managed throughout their pregnancies by midwives.
Combined care is provided where a medical condition exists that may need additional monitoring. Care is shared between a midwife and a consultant obstetrician (a doctor who specialises in pregnancy and childbirth). All women and their families will be treated with kindness, respect and dignity. The views, beliefs and values of women, their partners and family in relation to their care and that of their babies will be sought and respected at all times. We offer a wide range of services to meet individual needs. These include interpreters and link workers for women whose first language is not English.
Choosing where to have your baby
Having a baby is a natural event in life, and you should consider giving birth where you feel most comfortable and in control. You may find it helpful to talk to your midwife, or to other parents and support groups, or by visiting maternity units and birth centres.
It’s important that you feel as relaxed as possible when you give birth, as the pain can feel worse if you are tense or anxious. When you have your baby in hospital you may use rooms with home-like surroundings or bring pillows or other items to make you feel more comfortable.
At City Hospital, the Serenity Midwifery Birth Centre is a purpose-built facility that looks and feels homely to make women feel comfortable and relaxed. To find out more information click here.
Birmingham Women's midwifery unit offers a 'home-from-home' environment for women in good general health with an uncomplicated pregnancy to have their baby. Click here for more information.
Russells Hall midwifery led unit is a dedicated unit for women with a low risk pregnancy. Click here for more information.
Walsall Manor Hospital delivery suite offers eight functional delivery rooms.
If you are planning a home birth click here for more information.