About your choice of maternity care
Choosing a maternity unit for your care
This app is for all new mums in England and their families. It contains specific local information and contact details for a number of NHS areas. You can still use all the information and advice in this app without selecting an NHS area. Continue to Step 3 to select your NHS area and your maternity unit.Choosing a place of birth
Place of birth choices
You can discover where you can give birth according to your preferences and needs – in a labour ward, in a birth centre or at home. Watch the video to learn about the different options. Your midwife at your chosen maternity unit or your doctor can help advise you on the best choice for you.
Video credit: NHS North West London maternity services.