Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospital's Maternity Services

04/09/2026

Does the flu jab give you the flu? 🤔

Kat and Jane explain why the flu jab doesn’t give you the flu and how you can expect to feel after your jab.

03/09/2026

Hear from Kat and Jane, two of our fabulous midwives here at DBTH, on where you can get your flu vaccine and why it is important 🤍

01/09/2026

Why is flu vaccination important in pregnancy?

🩵Protects women from serious illness caused by flu
🩵Reduces the risk of pregnancy complications and preterm birth
🩵Helps protect newborn babies in their first few months of life
🩵Is safe and recommended at any stage of pregnancy (Can haven alongside RSV/Pertussis)

01/09/2026

10/08/2026

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we will not be able to provide our Parent Education Classes for the next two months.

We appreciate that these sessions are an important part of preparing for your baby’s arrival and apologise for any disappointment or inconvenience this may cause.

This decision will be reviewed in the near future, and we will provide further updates as soon as we are able to confirm future arrangements.

If you have any individual concerns please contact the family hub on 01302 642794.

10/08/2026

Breastfeeding friendly spaces
Legally you can breastfeed anywhere, but you and your baby are sure of a warm welcome at places displaying this symbol.

For a list of places in your area, take a look at:
Breastfeeding - Your Notts Directory

09/08/2026

World breastfeeding week - Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life
Peer supporters in our Baby Friendly Gold accredited Family Hubs play a vital role in supporting breastfeeding families.
Hear from Tia, from Mansfield, talking about being a young mum choosing to breastfeed and why she is now a volunteer.
Breastfeeding support volunteering - Tia (youtube.com)

Interested in becoming a volunteer?
more information at Volunteering in Children’s Centres and Family Hubs | Nottinghamshire County Council