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Advice and reassurance at a very daunting time

Posted By plutomh38

"Advice and reassurance at a very daunting time"

About: Maternity care / Admissions Maternity care / Antenal Ward (A ward)

(as the patient),

I presented to RMH MAU feeling unwell with severe back pain and lower abdominal pressure beyond worried I was in preterm labour.

Following examination I was admitted to A Ward. I want to sincerely thank all the wonderful staff on A Ward for looking after me, particularly the midwifes who provided amazing support, advice and reassurance at a very daunting time. 

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Response from Laura Maunder, Lead Midwife, Maternity Assessment Unit/Early Pregnancy Unit/Johnston House/E Ward/Day Obstetric Unit/A ward, Belfast Health and Social Care Trust 2 months ago
Laura Maunder
Lead Midwife, Maternity Assessment Unit/Early Pregnancy Unit/Johnston House/E Ward/Day Obstetric Unit/A ward,
Belfast Health and Social Care Trust

Lead Midwife

Submitted on 29/08/2025 at 17:20
Published on Care Opinion at 17:20

Dear plutomh38,

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave comments on your experience of A ward in the Royal Jubilee Maternity Service.

Attending the Maternity Assessment Unit with abdominal pain during your pregnancy must have been an extremely worrying and anxious time for you and your family.

I was delighted to read that the midwifery staff in A ward were able to provide support, guidance and reassurance during this time.Dear plutomh38,

Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback regarding your experience in A Ward of the Royal Jubilee Maternity Service.

I understand that attending the Maternity Assessment Unit due to abdominal pain during your pregnancy can be a distressing and anxious experience for both you and your family.

I am delighted to learn that the midwifery staff in A Ward were able to offer you the necessary support, guidance, and reassurance during this difficult time. Your insights are invaluable and will contribute to our ongoing efforts to enhance the quality of care provided to expectant parents. Sister Donaghy and the midwifery team will be delighted to receive this feedback, and I will ensure this is shared with the team.

Many thanks

Laura Stewart-Maunder

Lead Midwife

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