The Maternity Day Assessment Unit has moved to a new dedicated space within the Maternity Unit at Ipswich Hospital. It means a continuity of care by a team of clinical midwives providing antenatal care for expecting mums.
The assessment unit is run by three dedicated clinical midwives who have experience not just in antenatal care but also birthing and postnatal care.
Clinical midwives Ruth Hendrick, Kylie Papa and Aynsley Hunter will be the familiar faces offering support for patients during pregnancy.
The service also has a doctor who is available to support medical complications of pregnancy.
West Moreton Health’s Maternity Manager Shannon Tully said the 24/7 service focused on providing antenatal care for women at 20 weeks’ pregnant or more.
“The purpose-built space has two beds and two assessment chairs where mums can go to discuss their pregnancy concerns,” Ms Tully said.
“Pregnancy is unique for every woman and a very special and important time,” Ms Tully said.
“Some women may have complications or require more monitoring and others will need further advice and reassurance as their pregnancy progresses.
“When women in the West Moreton region need support, it is important that they know they are not alone during their pregnancy and could not be in safer hands here.
“The Maternity Day Assessment Unit ensures women can turn to an expert team and familiar faces for that care.”
