Stories from around our Trust

Breaking ground on a new bereavement centre at our Women’s Hospital
Construction on a new standalone pregnancy loss bereavement centre has started at our Women’s Hospital.

Not just a midwife, but also an advocate for all women, in all situations – Dudu speaks
We revisit one of our brilliant International Day of the Midwife representatives, Dudu Nyathi our Fetal Monitoring Midwife who discusses how she was inspired by her midwife when she became pregnant early in her life.

The Prader-Willi Syndrome Booklet Launch for children transitioning into their teenage years
Our fantastic Endocrinology team were able to host their very own book launch this week, supported by our Learning Disability Team and funded by our Children's Hospital Charity - focusing on providing advice and support to young people transitioning into their teenage years with Prader-Willi Syndrome.

Meet the teachers helping young people sit exams while at Birmingham Children’s Hospital
Exams can be stressful at the best of times, combine that with being in the unfamiliar surroundings of a hospital and it can be a daunting prospect. Luckily, at Birmingham Children’s Hospital (BCH), teachers from the James Brindley Academy (JBA) are there to ease the anxiety and allow young patients to complete their studies.

The importance of finding community and support during your breastfeeding journey
This National Breast Feeding Week (27 June – 3 July), we caught up with one of our mums from Birmingham who kindly shared her experience when breastfeeding and navigate some of the challenges that she encountered.

New NHS body to change health services in Birmingham and Solihull
A new NHS organisation has been formally established today (Friday 1 July), marking a new direction for health and social care in Birmingham and Solihull.

Brummy Mums in the spotlight for National Breastfeeding Week 2022
To celebrated National Breastfeeding Week, we’re sharing some of the stories from our fabulous Brummy Mums, who have highlighted their experiences, challenges and triumphs throughout their breastfeeding journeys.

Living with an eating disorder – Mum shares her family's story
A mum whose daughter is being cared for in our inpatient Mental Health Services shares her family's journey living with eating disorders.

Messages from digital DrDoctor platform
Some of our patients are receiving message from the DrDoctor platform regarding their care. We want to confirm that we are working with DrDoctor and this is a genuine message.

International research award for Holly
A speech and language therapist from Birmingham Women’s and Children’s Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (BWC) has been recognised with an international award for research.