Torbay and South Devon Maternity Services

Torbay and South Devon Maternity Services To provide quality care tailored to the individual needs of both mother and baby within a caring and
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We are passionate about the quality of care we provide and our woman-focused approach looks at your needs throughout each and every stage of your pregnancy. We provide maternity services at Torbay Hospital and the Whitelake Unit at Newton Abbot Hospital and in the community, supporting around 2000 women and birthing people a year who give birth with us. You can choose to plan to give birth at eith

er one of our hospitals or at home. We aim to provide the best possible experience for mothers/gestative parents, babies and families, and are truly delighted that so many women and birthing people not only choose to return to us for second and subsequent births, but also recommend us to family and friends. The majority of women and birthing people experience uncomplicated pregnancies and birth journeys and we have a full range of options for maternity care. As well as our fantastic midwifery-led care we also provide an excellent obstetric model of care to include specialist support for more complex pregnancies and health conditions. We are very proud of our teamwork ethic, where staff work together to plan and deliver one-to-one care tailored to the needs of individual women and birthing people.

08/07/2026

👶 | Did you give birth at one of our maternity services earlier this year? We'd love to hear about your experience.

The NHS Maternity Survey 2026 is now underway. If you gave birth in February 2026, you may receive an invitation to take part.

Whether your experience was positive, challenging, or somewhere in between, your feedback helps us understand what's working well and where we can do better. Every response helps shape improvements to maternity care for future parents and families.

The survey asks about your care during pregnancy, labour and birth, and after your baby was born. It's part of a national NHS survey programme and is carried out independently.

Your responses are confidential and won't affect your care in any way.

If you're invited to take part, please consider sharing your experience. Your voice matters and can help us continue to improve the care we provide for women, babies and families across Torbay and South Devon. 💙

Torbay and South Devon Maternity Services Healthwatch Torbay Healthwatch Devon

07/07/2026
07/07/2026
Our next Breastfeeding Masterclass is on Thursday 18th July in Paignton.Please come and join us at the Torbay Family Hub...
07/07/2026

Our next Breastfeeding Masterclass is on Thursday 18th July in Paignton.

Please come and join us at the Torbay Family Hub for a Breastfeeding Masterclass led by your Health Visiting team. Whether you're expecting your first baby or your fourth you are welcome to come along and learn about how breastfeeding works, building a good milk supply, how to latch your baby at the breast and how to recognise your baby is getting enough milk. Just click here to book:
https://www.trybooking.com/uk/events/landing/89194?embed

07/07/2026

Support families. Empower communities. Breastfeeding is good for mums, babies, and the environment. Yet many women feel nervous about breastfeeding in public. By joining the Breastfeeding Welcome Scheme, your business or organisation can help
change that. You can help! Join the scheme today to: Show your support for breastfeeding families
Create a welcoming environment for mums
Raise awareness of breastfeeding benefits
Help reduce loneliness and isolation for new mums

07/07/2026

🌞 As the heat rises, so does your risk of dehydration!

Don’t wait until you’re thirsty, stay one step ahead - keep sipping throughout the day and stay cool.

💦 Signs of dehydration to watch for:

• Dry mouth or lips
• Dark yellow urine
• Headache or dizziness
• Fatigue or confusion
• Fewer trips to the bathroom

👶👵 Who is most at risk?

• Babies and young children
• Older adults
• People with chronic illnesses
• Pregnant or breastfeeding women
• Athletes and outdoor workers

✅ Hydration tips:

• Drink water regularly—even if you're not thirsty
• Carry a refillable water bottle
• Enjoy homemade or low-sugar ice lollies for a refreshing hydration boost
• Eat water-rich foods like cucumber, melon, and oranges
• Stay in the shade or cool places, especially during the hottest part of the day

07/07/2026
06/07/2026
You are legally entitled to feed your baby wherever and whenever you want. This could be a park, a play café, a restaura...
25/06/2026

You are legally entitled to feed your baby wherever and whenever you want. This could be a park, a play café, a restaurant, a coffee shop, a bench, a bus....the list goes on! If you are worried about feeding in public and would like to start smaller, please come along to our Feed and Nurture Group on a Monday (St Edmunds) and Wednesday (Beehive and The Barn) and feed comfortably during our small baby group.

You can also see which local businesses have signed up to our Breastfeeding Welcome Torbay scheme on our website: https://torbayfamilyhub.org.uk/topic/for-businesses-and-organisations/

Please speak to your maternity or health visiting team if you have any other concerns.

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Newton Road
Torquay
TQ27AA

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