Mum's the Word UK

Parents who have experienced the devastation of losing a baby before 24 weeks of pregnancy can apply for a certificate to have their grief recognised from today.

The government is launching a voluntary scheme to allow parents to record and receive a certificate to provide recognition of their loss. Parents can access this free service from 9am today (22 February 2024).

The certificate is available for either parent to access following a loss under 24 weeks since 1 September 2018. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age and have been living in England at the time of the loss.

The certificate is an official but not legal document.

The Government have said they will look to expand eligibility for certificates pre-dating September 2018 as soon as they can.

Click the link to request a certificate (we imagine demand will be high today so please be patient)

https://www.gov.uk/request-baby-loss-certificate

🎊🏮🧧 Kung Hei Fat Choi! 🧧🏮🎊

⭐️NEW Tours of the Manchester Birth Centre⭐️

If you would like to book a free tour of the Manchester Birth Centre please follow the link below.

📍located at Saint Mary’s, Wythenshawe Hospital

You can also find the tours directly on Eventbrite by searching ‘Manchester Birth Centre’ 💻

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/saint-marys-hospital-manchester-foundation-trust-76609034493

Your Maternity Unit is open 24/7. If you have any concerns about your baby or pregnancy this weekend, there is always someone there to give you advice. Do NOT wait until Monday, do NOT wait until your next appointment.

This is by no means an exhaustive list. Listen to your body, your baby and your instinct. If you have ANY symptoms that worry you, pick up the phone - day or night.

Measles cases are on the rise.

It’s one of the most contagious diseases. If one person has it, nearly everyone around them will catch it if not vaccinated.

To protect your child, make sure their vaccines are up to date.

💙I saw a post today for a gorgeous little girl turning 6 who used to come to Baby Café. It made me realise that the oldest of the Baby Café Alumni will be turning 7 this year! Incredible! It would be lovely to see all you past mums & babies - please do send a photo in the comments💙

Breastfeeding is a team effort - and support from those around you is key. What would you say to someone if they asked 'how can I help?' with breastfeeding?

Image: newborn asleep on their parents lap. Text: If someone asked you "how can I help?". What would you say?]

We are delighted to announce that we will be celebrating Team Lunar – Home Birth Team’s first birthday on Saturday 10 February 2024, 10am to 4pm at Thelwall Parish Hall, WA4 2SX (opposite the Little Manor on Bell Lane, Thelwall).

We look forward to welcoming past families we have cared for, those booked with us now, or those who are wanting to hear more about homebirth.

Everyone is welcome.

Unfortunately we've had to cancel our session at The Red Lion Stockton Heath tomorrow (Thursday 18th January) as Rachael the librarian is really quite unwell.

Sorry everyone!

YOU could save a life. Just tag a pregnant friend. Honestly, it's that simple.

Not everyone knows about Kicks Count or how important baby movements are. So during your lunch break, afternoon tea break, toddler nap time or evening scroll chill time, tag anyone you know who's pregnant. Share to your Stories.

You could give one person that vital piece of information about how important baby movements are and how Maternity Units can be called 24/7 for advice. You could save someone from the heart ache of stillbirth.

Thank you 💗

A teeny tiny snowman greeted me on the way into Baby Café today....

☃️🎄Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a joyful 2024!🎄☃️