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My only advice to midwives would be keep smiling

Posted By julyrx53

"My only advice to midwives would be keep smiling"

About: Royal Oldham Hospital / Maternity

(as a service user),

As a first time mum I didn't know what to expect when it comes to the appointment process and the amount of midwives that I would encounter. I have found on the most part everyone I have met along this journey has been friendly and has always been understanding. On occasion you do encounter people who seem to be having a bad day which sometimes dampens the experience, but overall I've found it pleasant and my only advice to midwives would be keep smiling. : )

Thankyou and I just hope I get someone with a big smile helping me when labour starts because I am petrified.

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Response from Samantha Whelan, Patient Experience Midwife, Royal Oldham Hospital - Women's and Children's 6 years ago
Samantha Whelan
Patient Experience Midwife,
Royal Oldham Hospital - Women's and Children's

Submitted on 18/08/2017 at 13:35
Published on Care Opinion at 14:24

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience of our maternity service. It is good to hear that you have found our staff to be friendly. I will remind everyone though of the importance of a smile. I am more than happy to support you, listen and answer any of your questions about your fears of labour. Please email me and we can arrange a phone call or can meet up. It would be good to hear how your pregnancy journey continues so please keep updating your story. If you need any support with this please email the Care Opinion team at info@careopinion.org.uk

We are holding a 'Whose Shoes' listening and engagement event on the 19th of October, please email me for further details at

Samantha.whelan@pat.nhs.uk

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