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What does LGI hospital stand for?
Leeds General Infirmary, also known as the LGI, is a large teaching hospital based in the centre of Leeds, West Yorkshire, England, and is part of the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. Its previous name The General Infirmary at Leeds is still sometimes used.
Where can I give birth in Leeds?
In Leeds, we provide care to women who choose to birth at home or in one of our hospitals: St James’s Hospital and Leeds General Infirmary. 360′ virtual tours of our facilities at both St. James’s University Hospital and Leeds General Infirmary have been produced, please see: virtual tours.
What is NHS maternity pay entitlement?
NHS maternity pay Under the NHS scheme, you’re entitled to 8 weeks of full pay (less SMP/MA) and 18 weeks of half pay (less SMP/MA), then a further 13 weeks of SMP or MA, leaving 13 weeks of unpaid maternity leave if you wish to take the full 52 weeks of maternity leave.
Can partners attend birth?
If you are having an induction of labour, your partner/support person may attend at any time, including outpatient induction appointments. If you are in early labour and you need your partner/support person to remain with you because you are labouring, they will be able to stay with you for a period of 24 hours.
What do you wear for labour?
something loose and comfortable to wear during labour that does not restrict you from moving around or make you too hot. 3 changes of loose, comfortable clothes. 2 or 3 comfortable and supportive bras, including nursing bras if you’re planning to breastfeed – remember, your breasts will be much larger than usual.
Can I have a Waterbirth if induced NHS?
In short: yes! In many cases (depending on when the baby comes), women can have both procedures done simultaneously, even though one is induced and not natural. Contractions usually start from 37 weeks gestation. It may not be possible to use water even for labour (if less than term, i.e., 37-42 weeks).
What happens if I have Covid while giving birth?
If I have COVID-19 when I have my baby, will my newborn be sick? So far, very few babies born to mothers with COVID-19 test positive for the virus in the first few days. Also, there are no published reports of newborns who have died during their initial birth hospitalization as a direct result of SARS-CoV-2 infection.
Where is the LGI located in Leeds?
Located in Leeds City Centre on Great George Street, the LGI is easily accessible by road or public transport. View maps, directions and car parking information. Telephone 0113 2432799 for the LGI switchboard or find contact details and locations for wards, clinics or units.
How do I get to the LGI?
Located in Leeds City Centre on Great George Street, the LGI is easily accessible by road or public transport. For maps, directions and car parking information please click here. Telephone 0113 2432799 for the LGI switchboard or to find contact details and locations for wards, clinics or units please click here.
Where can I Have my Baby at LGI?
Leeds are also incredibly lucky to have The Lotus Midwifery Led Unit (LMU) at LGI. Depending on your medical history, you can opt to birth your baby at the maternity unit at either LGI or SJUH, or at the LMU. Ask your doctor or midwife about any of these options.
How do I contact the LGI switchboard?
Telephone 0113 2432799 for the LGI switchboard or to find contact details and locations for wards, clinics or units please click here.