Useful information

Following publication of the final Ockenden report of the independent review of maternity services at the Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust our thoughts are with all the family and parents affected. We know the report may cause concern for many others, especially those who are pregnant or planning a baby, if you have a concern please contact a member of the Maternity Team on the above contact numbers.

Useful links:

• Better Births Lincolnshire

• Neonatal services across the East Midlands
• NHS website
• One You, Lincolnshire

For anyone aged 12 years and above and who needs support to quit smoking.
Telephone: 01522 705162
Email: [email protected]

• Mama Academy
• One You, Lincolnshire
• Addaction
• Unicef Baby Friendly Initiative
• Tommy’s

Please visit the Direct gov.com website for more information on topics such as:

• Benefits
• Screening
• Vaccinations
• Family Fund

Coping with baby crying

• Infant crying and how to cope

Dad Pad

What is the DadPad?
It’s the essential guide for new dads, developed with the NHS.

Why do you need it?
As a new dad you will feel excited, but you may also feel left out, unsure or overwhelmed. The DadPad can help by giving you the knowledge and practical skills that you need.  The resource will support you and your partner to give your baby the best possible start in life.