Good Hope Hospital Maternity Unit

13/05/2026

Parents and primary caregivers... You'll probably be familiar with the Red Book. We're carrying out some research to understand how you use it as part of looking after your child's health.

Do you have 10 minutes to help us out? Follow the link to complete our survey - thank you!

➡️ https://feedback.digital.nhs.uk/jfe/form/SV_5vGwvkdSffnJNAO

12/05/2026

🤱 Are you a mum in the UK who is currently breastfeeding or has breastfed in the past 6 months?

➡️ You've invited to take part in a short survey looking at mum's knowledge, attitudes, and practices around diet and baby's gut health during breast-feeding.

For more information, contact the study researcher, Nour Rizq, at the University of Glasgow.

https://uofg.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0CZ4a3vOrtRparY

01/05/2026

A reminder about our upcoming Birth Reflection Circle at The Barberry! This is a free session!

BSOL MNVP are inviting Moms who have given birth in the last 3 years in Birmingham or Solihull, experiencing perinatal mental health challenges to join our Birth Reflection Circle.

This session will be supported by our Birth Trauma Lead Laura, the session will be art focussed and supported by Consultant Psychologists within The Barberry.

This session will focus on feelings and emotions around your birth experience, and there will be an opportunity to tell your story privately should you choose to.

Please click the eventbrite link below for your free ticket. If you are unable to register your attendance on the eventbrite link, please text 'The Barberry' with your name and email address to 07484009428. Alternatively you can also register your attendance with an email to [email protected]

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/birth-reflection-circle-tickets-1987117843963?aff=oddtdtcreator

16/04/2026

Any concerns please contact Maternity Assessment Centre, Good Hope Hospital contact 0121-424 2729.

Call your maternity unit and go to get checked straight away if:

• You think your baby is moving less than normal

• Movements feel weaker than normal

• Movements have stopped

Don’t wait. The maternity unit is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Even at night.

How often should my baby move?

There is no set number of normal movements. Every baby is different.

From 16–24 weeks on you should feel the baby move more and more up until 32 weeks. From then, movements should stay roughly the same until you give birth and during labour too.

It is important you get checked straight away, even if your pregnancy has been straightforward or you have not had any problems before.

Do not wait until the next day to get checked.

Do not do anything to try and make your baby move.

Do not use home dopplers, hand held monitors or phone apps to check your baby’s heartbeat.

Even if you hear a heartbeat, this does not mean your baby is well.

Why are my baby’s movements important?

Babies that are moving less might not be getting enough oxygen or nutrition. This is serious and it means that some babies might die. If your baby is moving less, your maternity unit needs to check if they are well.

It is NOT true that babies move less towards the end of pregnancy.

You should continue to feel your baby move right up to the time you go into labour and whilst you are in labour too.

16/04/2026

Take a look at our website page for lots of information about our services

Our specialist team of midwives, doctors and support staff offers kind and compassionate care to the diverse population of Birmingham.

09/04/2026

It's usually done innocently, but it can cause great hurt and upset. If you are honoured enough to find out about the birth of a baby, keep it to yourself until the parents have announced it themselves.

A personal pet peeve of mine is also people who comment things like "so glad we can finally talk it about it" or a similar comment that lets everyone know they knew first. There are lots of reasons people may not have been told yet and comments like this can cause unnecessary drama.

24/03/2026

BSOL MNVP is recruiting!

Do you have lived Maternity experience within Birmingham and Solihull? Do you want to be part of a team that is passionate about improving Maternity, Neonatal and Bereavement services? Do you want to work flexibly, while still making a difference?

We have TWO positions available

- North Lead 30 hours per month
- South Lead 30 hours per month

For more information, please request an expression of interest and Job Description by emailing our Coordinator:[email protected]

Please see the link below to the advert via Gateway:
https://gatewayfs.org/about-us/our_vacancies/

21/03/2026

23/01/2026

More information re:Baby Milk

Danone is recalling Aptamil First Infant Formula because cereulide toxin has been found in the product. The product listed below is on sale in the UK.

23/01/2026

Please note message from Boots re: baby milk

IMPORTANT PRODUCT RECALL NOTICE ‼️
APTAMIL FIRST INFANT FORMULA 800g
Batches with the expiry date: 31/10/2026

As a precaution, an isolated batch of Aptamil Infant Formula 800g has been recalled.

Customers who have bought this product can return it to the store they bought it for a full refund. With or without a receipt.

If you have any questions, the Aptamil Careline team are available on 0800 996 1000 or via their website: https://aptaclub.co.uk.

Batches were sold in May - July 2025, with the expiry date of 31/10/2026. No other batches are affected by this notice.