Antenatal
Antenatal
You will remain under the Midwifery Team until you baby reaches 10-14 days old. The Health Visiting Team may contact you any time after your 28th week of pregnancy to introduce you to our services.
This will also give you an opportunity to ask us any questions you may have in relation to your pregnancy and the birth of your baby.
Expecting a Baby?
Come along to our Antenatal sessions at the Family Hubs.
Three FREE sessions for expectant parents who are over 28 weeks pregnant and your birthing partner. Covering birth, meeting your baby as well practical and emotional care and support.
You will get a chance to mee with a midwife, Health Visitor, the Infant Feeding Team, Perinatal Mental Health Specialist Health Visitor and Parent/Infant Therapist.
Sessions are held at the Family Hubs across Thurrock. For more information email: familyhubs@thurrock.gov.uk
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