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.
Call your midwife
We have a telephone number for you to make an appointment with a midwife as soon as you know you are pregnant.
The number is 0141 347 8422
This is part of a national drive to promote the best start for pregnant women and their babies.
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. For further information please contact your Practice.
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.
Your antenatal care
We urge all mums-to-be, even those with children already, to book into your local maternity services by week 12 of your pregnancy.
At this key stage midwives can ensure the best long-term care is being provided for mum and baby. They will assess mum’s health needs and provide support around eating well, exercise, dental care, smoking, drinking and housing.
The first two trimesters following conception are critical. This is when the baby is most vulnerable to damage caused by
- tobacco
- drugs and alcohol
- maternal stress
- poor nutrition.
When you call you will get an appointment with a named midwife, and a scan slot. A request will go to your GP with details asking for medical history before the appointment.
As far as possible, we will offer appointments close to your GP, and local hospital.
There will be some exceptions, for example if the GP thinks that you need to be seen very early or an obstetrician should see you first.
More information on all pregnancy care and support is at this website – Ready, Steady, Baby