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Those first few hazy days and weeks after having your baby are a minefield to navigate, so here at MamaKind we wanted to take the guess work out of who/what/where and provide a comprehensive directory of contact details, for everything you may need, post birth. Remember we always have a monthly meet up with Mama Meets so if you're yet to join us, book into an event today!
Please get in contact if you would like to suggest any additions to our list.
Maternity/Health Visiting/Feeding Services
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Midwifery -
After giving birth to your baby you have access to Maternity triage up until your baby is 28 days old.
University Hospitals Plymouth, (Derriford) - 01752430200
Torbay Hospital - 01803656588
Royal Devon & Exeter - 01392406616
All new mums will be seen by day 5 (location dependant on where you delivered) and at least one more time for a discharge appointment.
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Health Visitor
Tap for infoCall or text - 07520631721
Southern Hub no - 0333 234 1901
New birth contact - You will be contacted by your Public Health Nurse (Health Visitor), to arrange a home visit within the first 14 days post birth.
After this initial appointment you will have ...
4-10 week contact
10-16 week contact
16-21 week contact
10-12 month contact
2 year contact
Weighing Your Baby
One of the most important parts of caring for a newborn, is ensuring they are gaining weight! Head to your local library and check your baby's weight, on scales calibrated by the Health Visiting team.