Your Antenatal Care
Maternity Services in Tayside are now offered in the antenatal and postnatal period with midwives from Perth Royal Infirmary.
When you first learn that you’re pregnant, get in touch with a Midwife as soon as possible. Ideally this should be by 10 weeks of your pregnancy.
Alternatively, you can phone the number below to speak with one of the central booking team (Monday to Friday 10am to 2pm) on 01738 473270. Your midwife will then contact you to arrange your initial “booking” appointment.
The role of the midwife
A Midwife is a qualified nurse who has undertaken further training to provide and promote normal midwifery.
They help you to prepare for motherhood and promote good health for yourself and your baby by advising on the effects of drinking, smoking and good diet whilst you are pregnant. The Midwife will guide you through your pregnancy and endeavours to detect any problems and make relevant referrals if necessary.
Healthy Start
Healthy Start is a government scheme that aims to improve the health of pregnant women and mothers on benefits or low incomes, all pregnant women under 18 years of age and children who are under 5 years of age. Families who are supported by the scheme receive vouchers to spend on milk (including infant formula), fresh fruit and vegetables.