Commenting on the birth of the Prime Minister’s son, England’s most senior midwife has made the following statement.
Chief midwifery officer for England, Professor Jacqueline Dunkley-Bent, said, “On behalf of the NHS, I would like to congratulate Carrie Symonds and the Prime Minister on the birth of their baby boy – I am incredibly proud of the NHS maternity team who looked after them and every single midwife across the country who despite the unprecedented circumstances we all face are still getting on with their day jobs and supporting new and expectant mums.”
“I would like to take this opportunity to urge any expectant mum who is worried about their health or the health of their baby to get in touch with their midwife or midwifery team.”
Background:
- The NHS has just published a helpful animation which sets out what pregnant women should expect from NHS maternity services during the coronavirus, ensuring they continue to have personal and safe maternity care and birth.
Advise to pregnant women:
- If you are pregnant it is important that you still attend your antenatal appointments and continue to follow the advice from your midwife or maternity team
- For the latest pregnancy and birth advice, go to NHS.uk or contact 111.nhs.uk
