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The London Midwifery Practice philosophy
is that every woman is an individual with unique needs. Therefore
the care is individualised and designed to meet your unique needs ,
requirement and wishes. We will listen to you, support your wishes,
and respect your ability to give birth in the way that you chose.
Our mission is to ensure that your experience of pregnancy,
child-birth and early parenthood is a fulfilling and memorable one
for you all.
The London Midwifery Practice will
provide:
Continuity of Care /
Carer:
Throughout your pregnancy, child-birth and
after your baby is born you will be cared for by the same midwife.
The advantage of having the same midwife is that you will not
receive conflicting advice.
Support -
Choices:
There are different schools of thought about the best place for
the mother deliver her child. We believe that the right place for
you to have your baby is where you feel most safe. Whether it is
in the hospital or at your home. There are specific risks associated
with home and hospital births as well as different methods of delivery.
It is therefore crucial that you read about these risks so that
you are able to make informed decisions. We will be happy to discuss
these risks with you, explain the implications of your choice for
you and your baby and help you to explore your options. Providing
your pregnancy has progressed normally, we can facilitate your choice.
As independent midwives we can accompany you into all hospitals,
our role depending on local arrangement and our clients’ needs.
Referral:
Midwives are highly trained and skilled in caring for women with
“Normal Pregnancies”. This skill place us in the best possible
position to recognise any deviations from the normal course of
pregnancy. If complications arise, we will discuss the implications
for you and your baby and will advise you to see a specialist for
consultation. We liase with a number of hand picked obstetrician
both in the private sector and in the NHS, whom we feel are
sensitive to our clients needs. Should you need to be referred to a
specialist, the practice secretary will make an appointment for you,
and your midwife will accompany you to the consultation.
Accessibility:
Due to the nature of
our work we carry a pager so that you can have access to your
midwife 24 hours a day, seven days a week for the duration of your
care.
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