During difficult times, it can be helpful to divide problems into two categories: things I can do something about & things I can do nothing about. There's a lot that falls into the second category right now. That’s okay. Focus on what's in your control. Voices of Youth #COVID19

Clear and urgent direction is needed from the Government to tackle the disparities for black women in pregnancy and labour: bbc.in/30MUUhR #COVID-19 #midwives #msws #BlackLivesMatter

Fantastic opportunity to work with ⁦Northampton General Hospital 💙⁩ Maternity Services as a Stop Smoking in Pregnancy Advisor. jobs.nhs.uk/xi/vacancy/916…

Today's study does not prove there's no safe level of caffeine in pregnancy, nor should it lead to even more restrictive advice on what women can consume while pregnant or considering pregnancy. Thanks to the RoyalCollegeObsGyn for their sensible comments:

We've updated our clinical briefing on the COVID vaccine for women pregnant, expecting or breastfeeding. Take a look: bit.ly/3hT3eCW

Most babies are lucky enough to be born at the right time of pregnancy, but some do arrive prematurely. The earlier that a baby is born, the more likely it is to have problems and need care from the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). For more info - mamaacademy.org.uk/pregnancy-birt…

The Black Maternity Experience Report is out today. It makes for a sobering read, especially for our Black sisters but it provides an opportunity for change Download the report via our website and use the hashtag #blackmereport to join in the conversation fivexmore.com/blackmereport

We continue to urge all pregnant women to get vaccinated against COVID-19, in line with advice from the Joint Committee on Vaccination & Immunisation and Department of Health and Social Care. (1/4)

Infographic summary of the key findings from the MBRRACE UK perinatal mortality report concerning baby deaths in 2020. More details here npeu.ox.ac.uk/mbrrace-uk/rep…

Overall 4.85 babies died in 2020 per 1000 total births. Follow here and TIMMS for further findings from the MBRRACE UK perinatal report dissemination meeting starting from 9.30.

Wish us luck🤞🏼Midlands Perinatal Team at #hsjawards @hsjpatientsafety

We are thrilled to be featured in Lewis Capaldi's new video for his song, Pointless. The video tells the moving and inspirational story of our founder Rob and why he founded Sands United Northants, Sands United’s first football club 🧡💙 📺 Watch the video: youtube.com/watch?v=Rdazi4…

Today is International Day of the Midwife! Thank you to all our incredible midwives for the care, compassion and support you give to mothers, babies and their families. 💙 🤰 👶 #IDM2023

Midlands Perinatal Team at #HSJpatientsafety awards. Proud team promoting improved outcomes for mothers and babies. #savingbabieslives

Midlands PM Away Day Compassion circles in action, beautifully led by KGH PMA team. #PMA #compassioncircles

Midlands PMA Away Day Fabulous session on the Drama triangle and how to respond with Clare Capito #midlandspmaawayday

Reflecting on how to sum up in a tweet how uplifted and inspired I still feel after yesterday’s in person Midlands PMA away day. Behaviours are contagious and yesterday Midlands PMAs spread compassion, inclusion, respect and advocacy. Thank you🙌❤️ #midlandspmaawayday #PMA

Happy International Day of the Midwife #IDM2024 💙 Although it can be challenging, being a midwife is the most rewarding career I can imagine, and it is an honour to support and care for women, babies and families.

The national service we need from our young people is to vote for change on 4th July. 🗳️