If you are pregnant and think your child may be a carrier or affected by sickle cell disease, please consult your maternity team. They will guide you through the process and refer you to our team if necessary.

For more information, visit Antenatal screening and see the resources linked on About sickle cell.

All children with sickle cell disease require a care plan when they start nursery. Please inform us when your child begins nursery, and we will create a care plan for you. Once it is prepared, we will send it to you for your review. We kindly request that you read, edit, sign, and return the document to us. We will then provide copies to you and the nursery. Care plans are updated annually. Additionally, the nursery staff will receive training on how to care for a child with sickle cell disease. This same process will apply when your child starts school.