Everything you're wondering about Motherwell from booking to what a home visit actually looks like.
We know a new family has a lot on their mind. Here are the questions we hear most often.
Absolutely. Expectant parents are encouraged to enquire during pregnancy so availability can be discussed around your estimated due date.
Motherwell specialises in the fourth trimester and early postnatal period. The exact support window is tailored to your family and service package, with the first month as the core focus.
No. Motherwell complements NHS maternity, primary care and emergency services. Urgent or emergency concerns must always be directed to the appropriate NHS service.
No. Every visit is tailored to you and your family, based on your recovery, feeding journey, wellbeing, goals and any concerns you bring to us.
Yes. Motherwell provides evidence-based, non-judgemental support for breastfeeding, expressing, combination feeding and formula feeding. Our role is to support informed choices and safe, confident feeding whatever that looks like for you.
No. Motherwell supports mothers after vaginal, assisted and Caesarean births, as well as a range of planned and unplanned birth experiences.
Yes. Partners are welcome to be included in education, feeding support, newborn guidance and practical planning, wherever the family would like that.
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