What the New Forest Birth Centre offers
Run by experienced midwives and support staff, the centre offers a calm and friendly environment for the best possible start for both your baby and for you in your new life as parents.
We can offer you:
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24 hour cover from an experienced midwife
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The use of a birth pool for labour and / or birth
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Advice and assistance with minimal intervention
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The opportunity to remain active throughout your labour
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A short but relaxing postnatal stay following birth
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Help in initiating and establishing breastfeeding, including workshops and a drop-in lounge. Over 90% of our clients go home breastfeeding.
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Free regular antenatal workshops to help you prepare for parenthood
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A friendly welcome for partners and visitors
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Easy access and free parking
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Tours of the centre every Saturday and Sunday (by appointment only - please contact us once you are 34 weeks pregnant) - also see the Virtual tour of New Forest Birth Centre.