Pregnancy, Birth and Maternity Support
Pregnancy can bring a mixture of questions, decisions and new experiences. Whether you are planning a pregnancy, expecting a baby or preparing for birth, this page brings together trusted information, local maternity services and organisations that can offer advice and support.
Getting Started
🏥Arrange Your Maternity Care
If you would like to have your baby at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, you can use its online self-referral service to arrange your maternity care.
Refer yourself to maternity service📖 NHS Pregnancy Guidance
Find trusted NHS information covering trying for a baby, pregnancy, labour and birth.
Visit NHS Pregnancy🚼 Preparing for Your New Baby
Our New Baby Support page covers registering your baby, childhood vaccinations, postnatal checks and trusted resources for the first few months.
View New Baby SupportPregnancy Information & Support
Tommy’s
Tommy’s provides information and support to empower parents during pregnancy.
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Tommy’s
Best Start in Life
Trusted NHS help and advice during pregnancy, birth and parenthood.
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Best Start in Life
National Childbirth Trust
The National Childbirth Trusts mission is to support parents through the first 1,000 days, to have the best possible experience of pregnancy, birth and early parenthood.
Telephone
0300 330 0700
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National Childbirth Trust
Online Form
Contact Us
MAMA Academy
MAMA Academy’s mission is to empower all maternity professionals and expectant parents on stillbirth prevention methods to help more babies arrive safely.
Telephone
07427 851670
Email
contact@mamaacademy.org.uk
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MAMA Academy
Baby Buddy: Pregnancy & Parent
Baby Buddy is an award-winning mobile phone app for new parents and parents-to-be, created by mums, doctors and midwives.
Download
Google Play | App Store
ICON: Babies cry, you can cope
When babies cry it can be stressful and overwhelming. Help is out there and all you need to do is ask.
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ICON: Babies cry, you can cope
Planning for Pregnancy
Tommy’s Planning for Pregnancy Tool
If you are thinking about having a baby, there are steps you can take to support your health before becoming pregnant.
Tommy’s Planning for Pregnancy Tool provides personalised information about preparing for pregnancy and improving the health of a future pregnancy and child.
Medication, Pregnancy & Contraception
Some medicines can affect pregnancy or may require additional precautions if you could become pregnant.
Our help page provides further information.
Additional Support
The Lullaby Trust
The Lullaby Trust raises awareness of sudden infant death syndrome, provides expert advice on safer sleep for babies and offers emotional support for bereaved families.
Telephone
08088 026 868
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The Lullaby Trust
Email
support@lullabytrust.org.uk
Twins Trust
Twins Trust is a UK-based charity established by parents of multiples and interested professionals, offering help and support to families of twins and multiple births.
Telephone
01252 332344
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Twins Trust
Email
enquiries@twinstrust.org
Looking After Yourself During Pregnancy
Your physical and emotional wellbeing matters throughout pregnancy. Remember to:
- ✅ Attend your maternity appointments
- ✅ Ask questions if something is worrying you
- ✅ Speak to a healthcare professional if you are feeling low, anxious or overwhelmed
- ✅ Seek advice if you notice any concerning symptoms or changes
If you are concerned about your health or your pregnancy, contact your maternity team or an appropriate NHS service for advice.
Getting Ready for Your Baby’s Arrival?
Our New Baby Support page brings together useful information about registering your baby, childhood vaccinations, postnatal checks and support during the early months of parenthood.
View New Baby Support