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About: Borders General Hospital / Maternity care

(as a service user),

I was admitted to labour ward and assessed for delivery. I was sent to ward 17 for labour to progress. I successfully delivered a baby girl less than 6 hours after admission under the care of the midwives. The care and attention I received was of the highest standard. I received true patient centred, personalised care from the minute I entered the department to when I left. The labour and delivery was done by Kelly and Bev who keep my mood and momentum going throughout. Their support, expertise and general demeanour were integral to a safe and “enjoyable”’experience during what is, without doubt, an anxious and stressful time. My husband was included in decisions, observations and developments which in turn allowed him to support me and be a part of the process. 

I was an inpatient two days and a night on wd17. The care mirrored that given on labour ward. Domestics, CSWs and midwives were very attentive, chatty and approachable. Nothing was too much bother to anyone. Information was consistent and plentiful supplemented by written information. 

I was given the option of delivering my baby at ERI but I could not fault the service at BGH. I would recommend BGH on the basis of my experience of such a high standard of care, personal service and professionalism

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Response from Shona Davies, Clinical Manager, Women & Children, NHS Borders 5 years ago
Shona Davies
Clinical Manager, Women & Children,
NHS Borders
Submitted on 18/02/2019 at 22:48
Published on Care Opinion on 19/02/2019 at 08:55


Congratulations on the birth of your daughter. I shall share your kind comments with the staff involved in your care. Thank you for your feedback it is lovely to hear how you felt supported and that you and your husband were included in planning your care.

Our team goes beyond the Midwives and as you mentioned consists of all staff including domestic and Health Care Support Workers. We strive to provide care to a high standard and we are delighted that you felt safe at what was a stressful and anxious time for you both.


Best wishes

Shona

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