Aneurin Bevan University Health Board Maternity Services, Early Pregnancy Unit, and Birth Options
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Website: http://abuhb.nhs.wales/hospitals/a-z-hospital-services/maternity-services/
Summary
Finding out you are pregnant
When you have found out you are pregnant, call your GP surgery and you will be provided with a named midwife who will be based at your GP surgery.
Care During Pregnancy
Antenatal care (care whilst you are pregnant) is delivered at the following hospitals, but your midwife will be able to advise you further:
- Nevill Hall Hospital 01873 732130
- Royal Gwent Hospital 01633 234347 (Option 3)
- Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr 01443 802434
- Ysbyty Aneurin Bevan 01495 363309
- County Hospital 01495 768756
You may see an obstetrician (consultant) if you have pre-existing medical conditions, develop complications in your pregnancy or require additional support during birth. A midwife will care for you alongside a consultant.
What to do if I am experiencing complications?
You can contact your midwife if you are experiencing any complications and they will be able to advise further. You can contact the maternity units on the numbers below to discuss 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and be referred if needed:
- The Grange University Hospital: 01633 493613 or if unsure contact the triage line on: 01633 493530
Where can I give birth?
Your midwife or consultant will discuss your options with you and help you in deciding. Options include:
- Home birth
- Free standing midwifery led area at Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr (Ystrad Mynach)
- Free standing midwifery led birthing pod at Ysbyty Aneurin Bevan (Ebbw Vale)
- Consultant led birthing area at The Grange University Hospital (Cwmbran)
- Alongside Midwifery Led Unit at The Grange University Hospital (Cwmbran)
Helpful Resources
The health board have created a helpful website called Home : Healthier Together that outlines all stages of pregnancy and birth along with helpful resources. The website also supplies helpful information about looking after your baby after birth.
Last Updated: 09 September 2024 12:08 by NHS 111 Wales