• Free pregnancy testing.

• Pre-pregnancy counselling.

• Preparation for birth and parenting.

• Continuity of care that is family centred.

• Birth in hospital or at home.

• Home visits during early labour if required.

• Water birth - birthing pool available.

• Specialist referral if required.

• Breastfeeding support and counselling.

• Up to six weeks care after your baby's birth.

• Contraceptive advice.

• Visits in your home or the midwives' rooms.

Midwives aim to ensure a service that enables women:

• To make informed choices about their pregancy.

• To select their own birthing environment.

• To be confident in their ability to give birth naturally whenever possible.

• To confidently breastfeed, bond, and adjust to parenthood.