By RCM on 02 August 2018
A new Position Statement from the Royal College of Midwives (RCM) supports the universal provision of baby boxes in the UK. Currently baby boxes are given to all new babies in Scotland.
By RCM on 31 July 2018
Today (Wednesday 1st August) marks the start of World Breastfeeding Week (WBW) 2018 and this year the theme is ‘Foundation of Life’.
By RCM on 30 July 2018
The Scottish Government have today pledged to help support mothers in Scotland to breastfeed for longer through a £2 million pound investment programme.
By RCM on 13 July 2018
Research published today (Friday 13th of July) by JAMA shows an increased prevalence of depression in today’s young mothers, compared with their mother’s generation giving birth to their daughters in the 1990s.
By RCM on 12 July 2018
The Royal College of Midwives (RCM) is aware that there is significant concern being expressed by members of the Elgin and Moray community about the proposed changes to maternity services at the Dr Gray’s hospital and we understand those concerns.
By RCM on 11 July 2018
Experts from the Royal College of Midwives and Slimming World are calling for clearer guidance on healthy weight management for expectant mothers, and more support, training and equipment for midwives.
By RCM on 10 July 2018
The Royal College of Midwives (RCM) is today celebrating having scooped ‘Best Digital Member Communication’ at the TUC’s Annual Communications Awards.