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August 25, 2023

Your red book

All pregnant women will receive a personal child health record (PCHR), also known as the ‘red book’, and our antenatal pack. This details the support ...

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March 26, 2025

Torbay & South Devon Maternity Services

Up to date advice and information about Torbay’s maternity services on the Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trusts website.  The maternity service at Torbay ...

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September 11, 2023

Dads matter

Dads Matter UK provides support for dads worried about or suffering from depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Website: www.dadsmatteruk.org Facebook: @dadsmatteruk

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August 7, 2023

Why are my baby’s movements important?

During your pregnancy, feeling your baby move gives you reassurance of his or her wellbeing. If you notice your baby is moving less than usual ...

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August 7, 2023

Congenital heart disease

Even if you are normally fit and well, pregnancy requires your heart to work harder. If you were born with a heart abnormality that affects ...

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August 7, 2023

Protecting yourself against infections that can be transmitted to your baby

If you are infected with cytomegalovirus (CMV), toxoplasmosis or genital herpes during pregnancy, there is a chance that the infection might be transferred to your ...

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December 2, 2024

Smoking in pregnancy and your unborn baby

Protecting your baby from tobacco smoke is one of the best things you can do to give your child a healthy start in life. It ...

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August 7, 2023

Community Birth: At home or the Whitelake Midwifery Led Unit

Community Birth: At home or the Whitelake Midwifery Led Unit patient information leaflet

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August 8, 2023

Reducing the risk of cot death

How safer sleep advice reduces the chance of SIDS.

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August 7, 2023

Self-administered pain relief

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) and Self-Administration of Pain Relief Drug Chart (Maternity Services) leaflet

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