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Extra funding to support breastfeeding in Scotland
The Scottish Government has pledged to help support mothers in Scotland to breastfeed for longer through a £2m investment programme.
National guidance could prevent stillbirths
A new report reveals how the number of stillbirths fell by a fifth at maternity units where national guidance has been adopted.
New plaque pays tribute to pioneering midwives
A new plaque was unveiled today (26 July) paying tribute to renowned midwives Zepherina Veitch and Dame Rosalind Paget.
‘NICE works’ says Tamba report
According to a report by the Twins and Multiple Births Association (Tamba), if all maternity units followed NICE guidelines on twin and multiple pregnancies, 55 baby deaths could be prevented every year.
BMA joins call for consultation on new prenatal screening
The British Medical Association (BMA) has agreed that the government should consult on the views of the public and medical profession on the new non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT).
July is group B strep awareness month
Organised by the charity Group B Strep Support, this year’s awareness month is promoting a new leaflet to help women to make informed choices about the infection.Perinatal Mental Health Forum
RCM Scotland has set up a Perinatal Mental Health (PMH) Forum in Scotland for Midwives and Maternity Support Workers who have an interest or role in Perinatal Mental Health.
RCM annual conference scoops more awards
The RCM annual midwifery conference has won gold for the ‘Best free to attend conference’ award at the annual UK Conference Awards today.
RCM tapestry panel revealed at exhibition
A tapestry panel, which forms the ‘Great tapestry of Scotland’ has been unveiled at an exhibition.