George Eliot Hospital Maternity Services

Are you coming in to visit us for your 20 week scan? Don’t forget that you can vaccinated against Whooping Cough at your appointment! Find out more here: http://ow.ly/SCrb30ahSZs

Babies may want to breastfeed more in the hot weather to keep themselves hydrated, so it’s even more important for mums to keep their own fluid levels up. For learn more visit our breastfeeding support page http://ow.ly/75Jx30lhEPs
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Please remember if you experience reduced fetal movements in your pregnancy please ring our maternity assessment unit on 024 7686 5246

If you have any breastfeeding questions, the Breastfeeding Friend from Start4Life on Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant (available 24 / 7) has lots of useful information and expert advice to share with you. http://ow.ly/bLYM30ldx4d

Our midwives are trained to support you as you begin your breastfeeding journey, but there’s plenty more advice on our website too http://ow.ly/mDHl30ldpqk #WorldBreastfeedingWeek

Our midwifery team can help you establish breastfeeding during your time with us. #WorldBreastfeedingWeek

We would like to remind anyone attending maternity, for an ultrasound scan, that children under the age of 14 are not permitted in the scan room. We do allow up to two people over the age of 14, to accompany you. Children under the age of 14 cannot be left unattended in the waiting room. An ultrasound scan is an important medical examination, and it is treated in the same way as any other hospital investigation.

Well done to our staff who have been sharing information about breastfeeding and selling cakes to support #WorldBreastfeedingWeek today

Staff queuing for cakes today to support #WorldBreastfeedingWeek

Our maternity team are supporting #WorldBreastfeedingWeek with a charity cake sale today. Beautiful cakes kindly donated by staff, ASDA, Nuneaton and Costco in Coventry.

Our midwifery team can support you with advice about breastfeeding before and after you give birth, but there is plenty of information to start with on our website: http://ow.ly/d8JT30lcxCQ #WorldBreastfeedingWeek

Mums to-be can find information to support them during their pregnancy on our website http://ow.ly/CGj430kb3c6

Please remember if you experience reduced fetal movements in your pregnancy please ring our maternity assessment unit on 024 7686 5246.

A reminder that this page is monitored from Monday to Friday (9am - 5pm) excluding bank holidays and is for general information about our services and facilities. If you have individual, non-urgent medical questions about your pregnancy please contact your community midwife or maternity triage if you are over 16 weeks pregnant. For urgent help and support around your pregnancy, please contact us at: General maternity contact number: 024 7686 5049 Triage Unit: 024 7686 5246 Labour Suite: 024 7686 5090 Please remember if you experience reduced foetal movements in your pregnancy please ring our maternity assessment unit on 024 7686 5246.

The heatwave is expected to peak today, so you may need some extra tips to try and stay cool: • Monitor heatwave advice. Listen to heatwave alerts on the radio, TV and social media about keeping cool. • Dress to keep cool. Wear loose, light clothing, and a hat and sunglasses if you go outdoors. Cotton is cooler. • Avoid swollen feet. Minimise time spent standing, wear comfortable shoes, put your feet up regularly and do a few foot exercises to reduce swelling and cramp in your calf muscles. • BBQ safely. BBQ’s are popular in the summer but food can spoil if left out too long in the sun. Avoid the risk of unnecessary stomach upsets.

Being pregnant means you can feel the heat more than usual. Here are some top tips to help cool you down: • Have lukewarm showers and baths. Cold showers/baths can cause your body to retain heat. • Shut windows and pull down the shades when it is hotter outside. You can open the windows for ventilation when it is cooler. • Manage hot flushes. Carry a small spray with you to cool you down. • Keep hydrated. Keep a small re-usable water bottle with you at all times and keep thi...s refilled. • Reduce salt intake. This will help to combat water retention • Siesta. Sleep more and take a nap in the afternoon in a cool room.
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Our AGM takes place on Wednesday (July 25) in the George Eliot Hospital (GETEC building), College Street, Nuneaton from 6pm – 7pm. It's open to all so please come along. There's free parking available to those attending the meeting in car park 2, opposite the GETEC building. http://ow.ly/fseO30l4sGe

With the heatwave basking us all in sunshine it’s quite hot in clinic and our maternity department today, even with all our fans on! If anyone does have to come in for an appointment today it is worth bringing a cold drink with you and wearing loose and comfortable clothes.

The Sophia - Pregnancy Loss Support group officially opened a new Baby Memorial Garden at Oasten Road Cemetery at the weekend. Well done to everyone that worked hard to create this special place.

Welcome to the new GEH Maternity Services Facebook page! Check here for updates on current news and developments within the maternity service. We’ll keep you posted on everything that’s going on here in maternity including upcoming events that we’ll be holding.
This page is monitored from Monday to Friday and is for general information about our services and facilities. If you have individual, non-urgent medical questions about your pregnancy please contact your community mid...wife or maternity triage if you are over 16 weeks pregnant.
For urgent help and support around your pregnancy, please contact us at:
General maternity contact number: 024 7686 5049 Triage Unit: 024 7686 5246 Labour Suite: 024 7686 5090
Please contact our Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS) for a swift response to any queries you may have. PALS will help with enquiries and concerns, providing on the spot resolution where possible. The service can also provide advice on whether your concerns should be passed to the Complaints Service. PALS can be reached on: Tel: 02476 865550 Email: pals@geh.nhs.uk
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Would like to say thank you to all staff that looked after me Friday and Saturday when I was having baby harper-leigh and a massive thank you to Jackie davis who delivered her with student nurse yous were the best thank you both so much xxx

Very happy with the care and support me and my husband received from all the maternity staff over the past week, it was a long few days as my boy was stubborn but the staff were all brilliant a special thank you to student Molly on labour ward, Tracy jo and Beth who were Fantastic through the whole delivery process, and everyone who assisted every person greeted us with smile and warm presence could not fault a single thing very very happy ( Riley mcCabe ) made a very safe and healthy arrival thank you George Elliot for everything before during and after birth you were all fantastic ������

The midwives could not have done more for us, many going out of their way and their hours, they truly are an exceptional team. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend anyone to chose geh.

I’ve had all three of my girls at George Eliot. Each birth completely different. A c section, a natural and an induction so I’ve experienced all.

I’ve had an amazing experience with all three. My second birth was straight forward and an amazing student midwife called Kayleigh Ann supported me and helped me throughout. My final was a very complicated pregnancy and I was admitted countless times. Kayleigh (now qualified) was a familiar face who took time out to come and see how I was even if I wasn’t her patient. Her and another lady (didn’t catch her name) went above and beyond to keep me and my baby safe. I cannot thank these ladies enough. It was honestly the scariest time of my life as I could have lost my daughter at any point. Had it not been for them, I would have been a mess. With their knowledge and support both me and baby were kept comfortable and safe throughout the pregnancy and baby was delivered early but successfully. I will definitely be giving birth at George Eliot if I ever have another (IF lol) and I hope these two special ladies will be there to help x

I went into Drayton Ward on Friday to be induced. I was looked after by a number of midwives who were all fantastic. One of the midwives Taz was involved in my induction and was also on shift the morning after he was born. Following his birth she supported me with feeding my baby to make sure it was established before leaving the hospital. She had all the time in the world to support me and answer all my questions. My gorgeous little boy was born at 1.30am on Sunday. I managed to experience early labour in the birthing pool and had an incredible midwife Julie who was with me the whole way through allowing me to have a very easy labour and an experience to treasure.



I have nothing but praise for all the staff I met during my birthing experience and would recommend anyone considering their hospital choices to opt for George Elliot.



A massive thank you to Taz and Julie for allowing me to have an amazing birth story to share.



Thank you again xxx

I was moved from walsgrave to George Elliot as I had been waiting a couple of days to go to labour ward and the wait was indefinite George Elliot offered me a place on there labour ward I was nervous as I had never been before and had my other two babies at walsgrave I just want to thank the care I received from Linda the midwife who took care of me and my partner and baby who made us feel like we was at home brilliant care from all the staff and couldn’t of wished for a better birthing experience! Thank you to all the staff who looked after us I will be telling friends and family at how fantastic the maternity ward is and how friendly the staff was! Thank you once again�

I seen a poster on the wall yesterday asking if any member of staff has excelled in their services. I can honestly say that not one member of staff excelled, they all did. Thank you for looking after my daughter Kirsty Warden and her gorgeous little boy in special care. You are all amazing and a true credit to the hospital xx

I know im abit late with this post but George Eliot Maternity is absolutely fantastic. Me and my husband had our 3 youngest here in 2011 2012 and 2014. We were treated like we are people not rubbish like other hospitals. The staff are amazing and friendly. I got to know Ruth the diabetic nurse really well aswell as a midwife called lindsey who amazingly delivered all 3 of our boys. During the deliveries lindsey had my husband helping with what ever he could help with. She made him feel like he was just as important and a part of it as I was. We couldn't recommend this wonderful hospital enough. I want to say a big thank you to all staff especially Ruth and lindsey. Love karlina and Chris Kennedy xxxxx

I have just got home today from a two night stay at this hospital after being moved from UHCW as it was so busy.. I was nervous about going to a hospital I did not know but from the second I arrived I felt safe and totally reassured.. from the clerk who checked us in to the two midwives who looked after me during my labour Emma and Jo to all the the wonderful nurses and HCA’s upstairs in the Drayton Ward and the catering staff and Doctors I couldn’t have been looked after any better... you are all a total credit to your profession and the NHS should be very proud to employ each and every one of you.. I could never thank you all enough and I would recommend your services to all women and the free meal, parking and making birth partners involved in every step including staying with you after ensures you not only take care of mothers and babies you make the experience wonderful for the partners too.. Thank you so much.

I have just come home with my new baby boy after a 5 day stay on the Drayton ward and I cannot fault the care I received from everyone. The Midwife’s were all fantastic in particular Chloe on Drayton ward . She listened to me , answered all my questions and everyone explained everything to me throughout my stay.



The job they do is wonderful and I was really blown away by the standard of care - thankyou everyone at GE maternity for delivering my baby safely into the world and looking after me so well.

I had such amazing care during my stay at George Eliot. Would truly recommend to any expecting mum to choose George Eliot maternity, every single midwife I met during the pregnancy and birth of my daughter was so friendly and helpful. Lucy and Kayleigh were absolutely fantastic so caring, and truly made having a baby as special as it should be.

I had a Home birth 30th Nov 2016, I was becoming quite uncomfortable and unfortunately the midwife on call was stuck in traffic and was struggling to get to me, my birthing partner/auntie was on the phone to George Eliot Hospital talking to a very kind lady, this lady who I can’t remember her name sensed how stressed my aunty was, ended up grabbing a bag and literally ran round to my house ( I live close) even tho she was advised to send an ambulance and I believe she also didn’t deliver babies anymore ( don’t quote me on last part ha) when this lovely lady got to my house she very quickly delivered my baby I was completely put at ease she was truly amazing, Iv never forgotten what she did for me going above and beyond for mine and my babies safety and comfort, can’t thank this lovely lady enough

I gave birth to my baby girl at the George Eliot hospital on 2nd April. Being a first time mum, I was scared of labour and not knowing what to expect. However, all the midwives on both the Labour Suite and Drayton Ward were ever so caring and reassuring. I can't remember all of their names except Gemma and Chloe but they were all lovely. I would like to thank them all so much! The staff work hard and genuinely do care about their patients. Both myself and my husband had 24 hour care and support looking after our daughter during our two night stay on the ward. I don't know of any other hospitals that allow the partner to stay overnight and this was one of several reasons why we chose the George Eliot over Leicester and Coventry. The parking is also free for the first 24 hours. Again, you wouldn't get this at the other hospitals. The George Eliot is usually slated by the media but both the Maternity Unit and A&E were brilliant with my ante natal care as well as post natal care. I would definitely recommend this hospital for its high quality services.

Home almost a week now with my beautiful baby girl after a 5 night stay in both the labour suite and Drayton Ward. I want to thank all the staff who took care of both of us especially Becky Chinn and Felicity who were with me every step of the way through my caesarean.

Had my little boy Sunday 25th march 8.12pm at the Elliot by induction brilliant place couldnt ask for better midwife's and nurses they are all lovley have alot of time for you xxxx nothing is to trouble big thanks.. Simone... On drayton ..kia (I think her name is a 3rd year student in labour suite your were brilliant and once u pass ull be fab ) Shona (again I think that's her name) midwife who induced me and delivered you were all brilliant XXX

Attended Birth Preparation Classes today and I'm so delighted and thankful to midwife @Claire Curran for her professional approach, for her step by step explanation of whole process of child birth. Many thanks to all George Eliot Hospital Maternity Services for your fantastic support!

Absolutely exceptional from start to finish. Had my 2nd here on 14th April after bad time previously elsewhere. Previous emergency C section so wanted natural as possible. Supported throughout pregnancy & had meetings to prepare my birth plan. Extra checks on baby by MAU team to keep tabs. Labour - long process for me but the staff were amazing. Helped me get as close to my birth plan as possible. Rooms are stunning and good sizes, more like a hotel than hospital. good range of equipment to use (balls, stools etc). Used the pool at one point which was amazing. I was listened to, encouraged and supported at every point. Staff came back in to congratulate us. The ward team were very welcoming and helpful. Food was good. Clean, comfortable ward. Hubby could stay with us & 24hr free car park pass. Highly recommend & cannot thank them enough x

A big massive Thank you to all the staff involved in bringing my baby Oscar into the world yesterday. It was very scary for both me and Daddy when they had to rush to get him out in thertre, but all the staff were incredible and a great support to us all! A special thank you to Beth on the Labour ward who was amazing throughout my labour and recovery. I can never thank you all enough and we are truly greatful to you all!

Well the best part of my partners care was the delivery of are baby girl it's the aftercare that sucked she got lied to made to wait 8 hours for a pediatrition and we had to call him ourselves my misses kept asking the midwives to get our daughter checked out but thay kept sending him away till we grabbed him to look at our daughter my misses gave birth at noon no complications in the birth our second child and we're still sat here at 2:30 waiting to go home it's like thay have a million reasons in there bag to keep her here she's made it clear to the midwives on delivery that she wanted home as soon as possible thay said we would be home by 7pm last night and we're still here waiting to be discharged me and my misses have been awake for 48 hours so far and my misses hates hospitals because she was assaulted in heartlands hospital 1 and a half years ago by her consultant so it's understandable she hates hospitals and all she wants is to go home our daughter was 8+ pound so she's a brilliant waight to bless her like I was saying delivery suite is bang on nice staff pleasent to be around polite considerate u name it that were there but Drayton ward serious get new staff in there thay just was awfully useless thay made out here is better than home as there trained incase she had a heart mermer and her heart stopped so we tested them my misses pressed the button to ask a question they responded over ten mins later midwife turned up so if my daughter's heart had stopped as thay was saying she would of died in that time so as for them being here incase of our daughter needed them is a joke if you ask me

Would like to say thank you to all staff that looked after me Friday and Saturday when I was having baby harper-leigh and a massive thank you to Jackie davis who delivered her with student nurse yous were the best thank you both so much xxx

Very happy with the care and support me and my husband received from all the maternity staff over the past week, it was a long few days as my boy was stubborn but the staff were all brilliant a special thank you to student Molly on labour ward, Tracy jo and Beth who were Fantastic through the whole delivery process, and everyone who assisted every person greeted us with smile and warm presence could not fault a single thing very very happy ( Riley mcCabe ) made a very safe and healthy arrival thank you George Elliot for everything before during and after birth you were all fantastic ������

The midwives could not have done more for us, many going out of their way and their hours, they truly are an exceptional team. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend anyone to chose geh.

I’ve had all three of my girls at George Eliot. Each birth completely different. A c section, a natural and an induction so I’ve experienced all.

I’ve had an amazing experience with all three. My second birth was straight forward and an amazing student midwife called Kayleigh Ann supported me and helped me throughout. My final was a very complicated pregnancy and I was admitted countless times. Kayleigh (now qualified) was a familiar face who took time out to come and see how I was even if I wasn’t her patient. Her and another lady (didn’t catch her name) went above and beyond to keep me and my baby safe. I cannot thank these ladies enough. It was honestly the scariest time of my life as I could have lost my daughter at any point. Had it not been for them, I would have been a mess. With their knowledge and support both me and baby were kept comfortable and safe throughout the pregnancy and baby was delivered early but successfully. I will definitely be giving birth at George Eliot if I ever have another (IF lol) and I hope these two special ladies will be there to help x

I went into Drayton Ward on Friday to be induced. I was looked after by a number of midwives who were all fantastic. One of the midwives Taz was involved in my induction and was also on shift the morning after he was born. Following his birth she supported me with feeding my baby to make sure it was established before leaving the hospital. She had all the time in the world to support me and answer all my questions. My gorgeous little boy was born at 1.30am on Sunday. I managed to experience early labour in the birthing pool and had an incredible midwife Julie who was with me the whole way through allowing me to have a very easy labour and an experience to treasure.



I have nothing but praise for all the staff I met during my birthing experience and would recommend anyone considering their hospital choices to opt for George Elliot.



A massive thank you to Taz and Julie for allowing me to have an amazing birth story to share.



Thank you again xxx

I was moved from walsgrave to George Elliot as I had been waiting a couple of days to go to labour ward and the wait was indefinite George Elliot offered me a place on there labour ward I was nervous as I had never been before and had my other two babies at walsgrave I just want to thank the care I received from Linda the midwife who took care of me and my partner and baby who made us feel like we was at home brilliant care from all the staff and couldn’t of wished for a better birthing experience! Thank you to all the staff who looked after us I will be telling friends and family at how fantastic the maternity ward is and how friendly the staff was! Thank you once again�

I seen a poster on the wall yesterday asking if any member of staff has excelled in their services. I can honestly say that not one member of staff excelled, they all did. Thank you for looking after my daughter Kirsty Warden and her gorgeous little boy in special care. You are all amazing and a true credit to the hospital xx

I know im abit late with this post but George Eliot Maternity is absolutely fantastic. Me and my husband had our 3 youngest here in 2011 2012 and 2014. We were treated like we are people not rubbish like other hospitals. The staff are amazing and friendly. I got to know Ruth the diabetic nurse really well aswell as a midwife called lindsey who amazingly delivered all 3 of our boys. During the deliveries lindsey had my husband helping with what ever he could help with. She made him feel like he was just as important and a part of it as I was. We couldn't recommend this wonderful hospital enough. I want to say a big thank you to all staff especially Ruth and lindsey. Love karlina and Chris Kennedy xxxxx

I have just got home today from a two night stay at this hospital after being moved from UHCW as it was so busy.. I was nervous about going to a hospital I did not know but from the second I arrived I felt safe and totally reassured.. from the clerk who checked us in to the two midwives who looked after me during my labour Emma and Jo to all the the wonderful nurses and HCA’s upstairs in the Drayton Ward and the catering staff and Doctors I couldn’t have been looked after any better... you are all a total credit to your profession and the NHS should be very proud to employ each and every one of you.. I could never thank you all enough and I would recommend your services to all women and the free meal, parking and making birth partners involved in every step including staying with you after ensures you not only take care of mothers and babies you make the experience wonderful for the partners too.. Thank you so much.

I have just come home with my new baby boy after a 5 day stay on the Drayton ward and I cannot fault the care I received from everyone. The Midwife’s were all fantastic in particular Chloe on Drayton ward . She listened to me , answered all my questions and everyone explained everything to me throughout my stay.



The job they do is wonderful and I was really blown away by the standard of care - thankyou everyone at GE maternity for delivering my baby safely into the world and looking after me so well.

I had such amazing care during my stay at George Eliot. Would truly recommend to any expecting mum to choose George Eliot maternity, every single midwife I met during the pregnancy and birth of my daughter was so friendly and helpful. Lucy and Kayleigh were absolutely fantastic so caring, and truly made having a baby as special as it should be.

I had a Home birth 30th Nov 2016, I was becoming quite uncomfortable and unfortunately the midwife on call was stuck in traffic and was struggling to get to me, my birthing partner/auntie was on the phone to George Eliot Hospital talking to a very kind lady, this lady who I can’t remember her name sensed how stressed my aunty was, ended up grabbing a bag and literally ran round to my house ( I live close) even tho she was advised to send an ambulance and I believe she also didn’t deliver babies anymore ( don’t quote me on last part ha) when this lovely lady got to my house she very quickly delivered my baby I was completely put at ease she was truly amazing, Iv never forgotten what she did for me going above and beyond for mine and my babies safety and comfort, can’t thank this lovely lady enough

I gave birth to my baby girl at the George Eliot hospital on 2nd April. Being a first time mum, I was scared of labour and not knowing what to expect. However, all the midwives on both the Labour Suite and Drayton Ward were ever so caring and reassuring. I can't remember all of their names except Gemma and Chloe but they were all lovely. I would like to thank them all so much! The staff work hard and genuinely do care about their patients. Both myself and my husband had 24 hour care and support looking after our daughter during our two night stay on the ward. I don't know of any other hospitals that allow the partner to stay overnight and this was one of several reasons why we chose the George Eliot over Leicester and Coventry. The parking is also free for the first 24 hours. Again, you wouldn't get this at the other hospitals. The George Eliot is usually slated by the media but both the Maternity Unit and A&E were brilliant with my ante natal care as well as post natal care. I would definitely recommend this hospital for its high quality services.

Home almost a week now with my beautiful baby girl after a 5 night stay in both the labour suite and Drayton Ward. I want to thank all the staff who took care of both of us especially Becky Chinn and Felicity who were with me every step of the way through my caesarean.

Had my little boy Sunday 25th march 8.12pm at the Elliot by induction brilliant place couldnt ask for better midwife's and nurses they are all lovley have alot of time for you xxxx nothing is to trouble big thanks.. Simone... On drayton ..kia (I think her name is a 3rd year student in labour suite your were brilliant and once u pass ull be fab ) Shona (again I think that's her name) midwife who induced me and delivered you were all brilliant XXX

Attended Birth Preparation Classes today and I'm so delighted and thankful to midwife @Claire Curran for her professional approach, for her step by step explanation of whole process of child birth. Many thanks to all George Eliot Hospital Maternity Services for your fantastic support!

Absolutely exceptional from start to finish. Had my 2nd here on 14th April after bad time previously elsewhere. Previous emergency C section so wanted natural as possible. Supported throughout pregnancy & had meetings to prepare my birth plan. Extra checks on baby by MAU team to keep tabs. Labour - long process for me but the staff were amazing. Helped me get as close to my birth plan as possible. Rooms are stunning and good sizes, more like a hotel than hospital. good range of equipment to use (balls, stools etc). Used the pool at one point which was amazing. I was listened to, encouraged and supported at every point. Staff came back in to congratulate us. The ward team were very welcoming and helpful. Food was good. Clean, comfortable ward. Hubby could stay with us & 24hr free car park pass. Highly recommend & cannot thank them enough x

A big massive Thank you to all the staff involved in bringing my baby Oscar into the world yesterday. It was very scary for both me and Daddy when they had to rush to get him out in thertre, but all the staff were incredible and a great support to us all! A special thank you to Beth on the Labour ward who was amazing throughout my labour and recovery. I can never thank you all enough and we are truly greatful to you all!

Well the best part of my partners care was the delivery of are baby girl it's the aftercare that sucked she got lied to made to wait 8 hours for a pediatrition and we had to call him ourselves my misses kept asking the midwives to get our daughter checked out but thay kept sending him away till we grabbed him to look at our daughter my misses gave birth at noon no complications in the birth our second child and we're still sat here at 2:30 waiting to go home it's like thay have a million reasons in there bag to keep her here she's made it clear to the midwives on delivery that she wanted home as soon as possible thay said we would be home by 7pm last night and we're still here waiting to be discharged me and my misses have been awake for 48 hours so far and my misses hates hospitals because she was assaulted in heartlands hospital 1 and a half years ago by her consultant so it's understandable she hates hospitals and all she wants is to go home our daughter was 8+ pound so she's a brilliant waight to bless her like I was saying delivery suite is bang on nice staff pleasent to be around polite considerate u name it that were there but Drayton ward serious get new staff in there thay just was awfully useless thay made out here is better than home as there trained incase she had a heart mermer and her heart stopped so we tested them my misses pressed the button to ask a question they responded over ten mins later midwife turned up so if my daughter's heart had stopped as thay was saying she would of died in that time so as for them being here incase of our daughter needed them is a joke if you ask me