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Patient Information Leaflets
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BCG vaccination checklist (Urdu)
You will be offered a BCG vaccination for your baby before you leave hospital.
BCG vaccination site aftercare
This leaflet is for people having a BCG vaccination – this is usually children under the age of 16 years.
Bereavement support information for women and families
This information has been written to answer your queries and reduce any worries you may have. We have asked women who have had late miscarriages or stillbirths for their advice when writing this leaflet.
Biomechanics for birth guidance
While preparing for birth, and in childbirth, changing your position and using specific techniques can create movement in the pelvis and encourage your baby into the best position. This is called biomechanics for birth.
Bipolar disorder in pregnancy
A link to Tommys.org contining information for women, birthing people and families of those who are pregnant and managing a bipolar disorder.
Birth after previous caesarean: RCOG information
This is a link to Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists website and is for you if you have had one caesarean birth and want to know more about your birth options when having another baby.
Birth partners guide when theatre is required following birth
Where possible, we aim to keep birth partners and the mother together, so if there is no urgency to transfer to theatre, you may be offered the opportunity to accompany the mother into theatre, as long as there is a staff member to help you care for the baby.
Birthing Partners information
This leaflet is to provide information for those who have been chosen by an expectant mother to be a birthing partner during her labour.
Bleeding disorders in pregnancy
There are several bleeding conditions that occur in healthy women of childbearing age. The most important conditions for us to monitor are haemophilia and Von Willebrand disease. If you have one of these conditions and are pregnant, you will need some specialist input. This leaflet aims to answer some common questions and to provide information about how these conditions are managed in pregnancy
Blood groups and red cell antibodies in pregnancy
Information from NHS Blood and Transport services about tests you will be offered during your pregnancy, to find out your blood group, and to see if you have any antibodies to red blood cells. These tests are normally carried out at the beginning of your pregnancy and again in the last three months.
Blood transfusion during pregnancy and birth
This leaflet explains why a blood transfusion may be necessary during pregnancy and birth. This can be due to anaemia or to replace blood lost during an emergency situation.
Blossom Team birth services
Information on our Blossom Team birth service.
Breastfeeding advice for mothers having a nuclear medicine test
This leaflet gives important advice for breastfeeding mothers having a nuclear medicine test.
Breastfeeding after scans
If you have a suspected pulmonary embolism (lung blood clot), you may be sent for imaging. Depending on the type of scan, you may need to temporarily stop breastfeeding afterwards. Our staff can support you to express during this time.
Breastfeeding and pain relief
Information on what type of pain relief is suitable when you are breastfeeding.
Breastfeeding and substance misuse
This leaflet offers advice on breastfeeding safely if you have drug and/or alcohol dependency issues.
Breastfeeding support at the Family Hubs: West Berkshire
Information from the Family Hubs on feeding support groups being run in the areas of West Berkshire.
Breastfeeding support: Community drop in sessions
Information on volunteer run community based support groups for breastfeeding along with information for those living in the West Berkshire area.
Breastfeeding with breast milk fortifier supplements
This leaflet is for parents and carers of babies leaving Buscot Ward and gives instructions on how to supplement breastmilk with a breast milk fortifier.
Breastfeeding: Advice on how to overcome challenges
Support and advice on how to overcome challenges you may face when breastfeeding your baby.