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It's Real Nappy Week from April 20-26 and we have 10 free real nappy trial packs up for grabs. Carmarthenshire Council’s waste and recycling section has teamed up with local real nappy stockist Nappy Go Lucky to raise awareness on the benefits of using real nappies and will be in Guildhall Square in Carmarthen on Wednesday, April 22 between 10am and 3pm. And the first 10 Carmarthenshire parents to come and see us will get a free trial pack. Modern washable nappies are easy to use; better for the environment and can save you money. They are also fun, fashionable and come in a range of styles designs and colours, from denim, spots, to ruffles. Council waste minimisation/recycling officer Karen Fulham said: “More and more parents are discovering the benefits of real nappies. With today’s modern designs, washing machines and the use of flushable liners, using real nappies couldn’t be easier. Many fasten with fabric fasteners or poppers and can be washed along with your baby’s clothes...

The renovation of Withybush Hospital’s Midwife Led Unit is nearing completion and is set to open on Monday (10 November). Following the introduction of midwifery led care in August, building works have ongoing within the maternity ward to provide a modern and purpose designed facility to mums who want to deliver in a homely and relaxed atmosphere. Catherine Cotter, Head of Midwifery and Women’s Health said: “It will be wonderful for our midwives and mums alike to start using this modern facility on Monday. It has been designed with comfort and relaxation in mind whilst providing an environment that caters for the needs of mums, partners and families. “I’d like to pass on my personal thanks to everyone who has contributed over the past few months; many members of staff from numerous different teams have come together. I would like to recognise all who have played their part, in particular our estates and hotel services teams for their dedication and hard work, all staff working within t...

People in the Hywel Dda health area whose lives have been touched by the loss of a baby, during pregnancy or shortly after birth, are invited to attend a special memorial service. The Forget Me Not service of remembrance and hope ‘for all our babies’ is for everyone affected by the death of a baby whether before birth or after. Gill Llewellyn, bereavement officer, said: “When someone experiences the loss of a pregnancy and the death of a baby, it feels as if you are the only one in the word going through such a loss, but sadly it happens more often that we imagine. Anyone who lost a child knows they will continue to live in your hearts and the service is just a chance to remember and there will be an opportunity for you, if you wish, to receive a remembrance card to place on the altar and light a candle.” This year’s service takes place on September 19 in St Luke’s Chapel in Withybush Hospital at 6.30pm. Refreshments will be kindly provided by the R.V.S For further information plea...

Hywel Dda Health Board wants to establish a modern, state of the art Level Two Neonatal Unit to provide specialist care to sick babies for the first time within our own area, giving them the best possible start in life. The unit, which would be co-located with a Complex Obstetric Unit, would be an improvement on the level of care currently provided, resulting in less babies being transferred out of the health board area. It would also allow those who are in need of intensive care (at a level three neo-natal unit) to return more quickly, bringing families closer together. This would provide the care necessary for premature and sick babies and for the small number of pregnancies where a risk has been identified, ensuring the best long-term outcomes for babies and their families. Hywel Dda Health Board’s Clinical Director for Child and Adolescent Health Dr Simon Fountain-Polley said: "The health board wants to establish a level 2 neo-natal unit to provide all aspects of high dependen...

Hywel Dda Health Board | Special memorial service to be held for lost babies People whose lives have been touched by the loss of a baby, during pregnancy or shortly after birth, are invited to attend a memorial service. The Annual Memorial Service for Loved and Lost Babies arranged by the Hywel Dda Health Board Chaplaincy and Neo Natal Departments will take place on April 7, 2012 at 12noon at the Hospital Chapel, Glangwili General Hospital, Carmarthen. The service will include hymns, poetry readings, music and prayers and there will be the opportunity for people to light candles in memory of their child or children they have lost, and they will be offered in the silence. People can also bring a decoration to hang on the Easter tree during the service and cards will be available for people to record a message. Balloons will also be released.