Telling your GP and/or Midwife promptly will help to make sure you receive maternity healthcare that takes into account all your health needs and preferences. You can book an appointment with your GP or directly with your Midwife as soon as you know that you’re pregnant.
It’s best to see them as early as possible to obtain the information you need to have a healthy pregnancy
Midwife
The Midwife works with the Doctor to give care to women having a baby, both before birth and for ten days after the baby is delivered. Antenatal appointments are now generally provided by the Midwife at the Hospital or satellite clinic.
The role of the midwife
A Midwife is a qualified nurse who has undertaken further training to provide and promote normal midwifery.
They help you to prepare for motherhood and promote good health for yourself and your baby by advising on the effects of drinking, smoking and good diet whilst you are pregnant.
The Midwife guides you through your pregnancy and endeavours to detect any problems and make relevant referrals if necessary.
Our Community midwife is Nikki Nelson RGN, SCM.
Just found out you are pregnant?
Women booking for maternity care will now be seen for their 1st appointment at a central booking clinic. Your first appointment will last approximately 1 hour. This appointment will be held at Maternity Day Care, Pink Zone, Crosshouse Hospital. Please call to book your appointment on 01563 825411.
Tel: 01563 578595
Tel: 01563 521133 (ask for maternity unit)
Our maternity unit is now based at Crosshouse Hospital
If you are in the early stages of pregnancy and begin to bleed or suffer pain please contact one of the following:
| Early pregnancy Unit Crosshouse Hospital | Mon – Fri 8:30 – 17:00 | 01563 521133 |
| Stewarton Medical Practice | Mon – Fri 8:30 – 17:30 | 01560 482011 |
Other times including public holidays, click for information
Healthy Start
Healthy Start is a government scheme that aims to improve the health of pregnant women and mothers on benefits or low incomes, all pregnant women under 18 years of age and children who are under 5 years of age. Families who are supported by the scheme receive vouchers to spend on milk (including infant formula), fresh fruit and vegetables.
Your antenatal care
When you first learn that you’re pregnant, get in touch with a Midwife or GP as soon as possible. Ideally this should be by 10 weeks of your pregnancy. Telling your GP and/or Midwife promptly will help to make sure you receive maternity healthcare that takes into account all your health needs and preferences.