Pregnancy Support Classes
Postnatal Care
To support the transition into parenthood, we offer a range of services for both mother and baby. Services are available to all new mothers, not just those who delivered at The Portland Hospital. Further information is available from the Physiotherapy department on 020 7390 6553.
6 Week Check-Up
Every woman who delivers her baby at The Portland Hospital is invited to receive a complimentary assessment of their abdominal muscles with a specialist obstetric physiotherapist following childbirth.
Pelvic Floor Therapy
Our Women's Health Physiotherapists are available for consultations to assess your pelvic floor muscles in pregnancy or following the birth of your baby. Postnatal treatment may commence after your six week postnatal check with your Consultant Obstetrician, Midwife or GP.
Baby Basics Class
- A one-off session for parents-to-be or new parents to discuss any concerns about the early days of parenthood.
- Includes practical demonstrations including bathing and changing.
- Sessions last one hour and can be booked on a one-to-one basis with the Parentcraft Midwife.
Baby First Aid and Safety
This one-off session lasts two hours and is available for parents and/or carers to attend before or after the birth of your baby.
The session includes:
- Baby and child safety
- First aid and emergencies
- Practical demonstration of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for babies up to one year old.
- Discussion with a Paediatric physiotherapist.
Baby Massage
- Baby massage has been shown to help with baby:parent/carer interaction.
- It encourages optimal development and benefits may include improved sleep for the baby, calmer awake states and healthier digestion.
- Taught within a mother and baby group or privately, on a one-to-one basis, by a certified infant massage instructor.
Postnatal Mother and Baby Group
- An opportunity to meet other new mothers, share ideas and gain confidence in parenting skills in a relaxed environment.
- Four classes to attend with your baby during the first three months
- Gain practical insights into issues such as sleeping, feeding, routines, child development, baby massage and baby first aid.
- Classes are held on Wednesday afternoons and led by the Parent Craft Midwife.
Midwifery Support Clinic
The Midwifery Support Clinic is available for consultations during the antenatal period and for new mothers up to 28 days post delivery. The clinic offers routine medical tests and one-to-one midwifery advice for all areas of concern including lifestyle changes, breast feeding and baby's health checks.
Appointments can be booked by contacting the midwives on 020 7390 6318 and are charged at £75.
Paediatric Services
Our Children's Outpatient department is open from 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday and 8am to 3pm on Saturdays. We offer a complete range of paediatric specialities and diagnostic services.
Arranged on five floors, over sixty Paediatric Consultants are available for appointments with services including immunisations and development checks. A dedicated and enthusiastic team of nurses are available to offer help, advice and clinical services and can be contacted on 020 7390 6504.
