"Miscarriage care"

Over 2 weeks ago I was diagnosed with an early pregnancy loss in Rubislaw ward. This was of course devastating and a time of lots of emotions. Over the coming 2 weeks I was regularly within Rubislaw ward throughout my diagnosis, care and treatment. During this time I had both medical and eventually surgical interventions, but even though this isn’t what I had planned the staff made the whole journey bearable for me and for my partner.

Throughout this whole experience I was looked after impeccably. Nothing was a problem, I felt so well supported and a great deal of time was given to me to help myself and my partner make the right decisions for us. I was encouraged to phone if I was unsure of anything, and all my options were very clearly laid out to me in a way that made it so much easier in a difficult time. I honestly can’t thank all staff enough, in particular Morag, Amy, Joyce and Pam in Rubislaw. 

Also a massive thank you to Dr Woolner, Dr El-Dash, Dr Sunkesula, Louise, Slywia and Nikki for they’re brilliant care in Theatres, they made a unnerving experience so calm and relaxing. 

Although extremely sad, this experience has made me very proud of the excellent care women are provided in these difficult times. Thank you all!