Beadnell Ward Mother and Baby Unit – Patient Information Leaflet

Helpful information on Beadnell Ward, a specialist regional facility for women experiencing psychological and emotional issues related to pregnancy, childbirth and early motherhood.

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  • Introduction

    We hope this leaflet will provide you with information that you need whilst being at Beadnell Ward. If you are not sure about anything in this leaflet please ask a member of staff.

  • What is Beadnell Ward?

    Beadnell, also known as the ‘Mother and Baby Unit’ is a specialist regional facility which can accommodate 6 mothers and their babies (babies who are up to 12 months prior to admission). We also admit pregnant women who are 32-34 weeks pregnant or above.

    Beadnell is situated within St Georges Park Hospital, Morpeth which is part of Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust.

  • Who is it for?

    The aim of the unit is to provide inpatient mental health services to women experiencing psychological and emotional difficulties related to the latter stages of pregnancy, childbirth and early motherhood.

  • Why do I need to be here?

    You have been referred to the unit by a mental health professional who thinks that a period of assessment and/or treatment in hospital would be helpful.

  • Arriving at the inpatient unit

    When you arrive you will be welcomed by a member of the care team. They will explain what will happen during your stay and give you information and provide you with a welcome pack. You will have time to settle in and have a look around your environment.

  • How long will I be here?

    The length of admission cannot be determined at point of admission as all mums have differing diagnosis and needs, also recovery does not take the same time for all women.

    Some women stay for a few weeks, others a month or longer. Part of your care plan will include periods of home leave to see how well you are recovering and how you cope at home. Home leave is to help the transition from hospital to home.

  • What sort of things can I do on the inpatient unit?

    There are a variety of social and recreational activities for patients in your own right and also activities involving your baby.

    Examples include: baby massage, baby yoga, sensory play, songtime, relaxation, pamper groups, exercise therapy and baking/cooking groups.

  • Interpreters

    If you would like an interpreter, staff will be able to help you to get one. This can be a telephone call, video call or face to face.

  • Travel information

    Contact Traveline: Tel: 0871 200 22 33

    Website: www.traveline.info/

  • What if I have a comment, suggestion, compliment or complaint about the service?

    If you want to make a comment, suggestion, compliment or complaint you can:

     
    We are always looking at ways to improve services. Your feedback allows us to monitor the quality of our services and act upon issues that you bring to our attention. You can provide feedback in the following ways:

    • the quickest way for you to do this is to complete our short online survey at www.cntw.nhs.uk/yourvoice The ward code is MB
    • complete a Your Voice survey, available on wards, reception areas or from staff
    • other options for sharing your feedback and experience www.cntw.nhs.uk/yourfeedback

     
    Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS)
    PALS provide confidential advice and support, helping you to sort out any concerns that you may have about any aspect of your or your loved ones care.

    We act independently when handling patient and family concerns, liaising with staff, managers and, where appropriate, relevant organisations, to negotiate prompt solutions. If necessary, we can also refer patients and families to specific local or national-based support agencies.

    North of Tyne
    Tel: 0800 032 0202
    Email: [email protected]
    Post: FREEPOST PALS

    South of Tyne
    Tel: 0800 328 4397
    Text: 07825 061 035
    Email: [email protected]
    Post: Patient Advice and Liaison Service, Garden Lodge, Hopewood Park, Ryhope, Sunderland, SR2 0NB

    9am – 4.30 pm, Monday to Friday
    An answerphone is available at all times for you to leave a message. A member of the PALS team will aim to return your call as soon as possible.

  • Contact details

    Beadnell Ward
    St. Georges Park
    Morpeth
    Northumberland
    NE61 2NU
    Telephone: 01670 501 869

  • Other formats, references and review

    Further information about the content, reference sources or production of this leaflet can be obtained from the Patient Information Centre. If you would like to tell us what you think about this leaflet please get in touch.

    This information can be made available in a range of formats on request (eg Braille, audio, larger print, easy read, BSL or other languages). Please contact the Patient Information Centre Tel: 0191 246 7288

    Published by the Patient Information Centre
    2024 Copyright, Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust
    Ref, PIC/404/0824 August 2024 V6
    www.cntw.nhs.uk Tel: 0191 246 7288
    Review date 2027