Maternity Triage (Maternity Advice Line)

Maternity Triage is an assessment area in our Women's Centre which is staffed by a Midwife 24 hours a day, seven days a week, for people 16 weeks pregnant and onwards that require further care or assessment.

The Early Pregnancy Assessment Clinic page has more information about accessing help before 16 weeks of pregnancy.

When should I call the Maternity Advice Line?

• Bleeding
• Falls
• When your waters break without contractions
• Abdominal pain / injury
• A reduction in your baby’s movements or a change in the pattern of movements
• Urine infections not treated by your GP
• Headaches and visual disturbances
• Persistent itching
• Unusual chest or calf pain
• Any other concerns relating to your pregnancy

The Midwives working in Maternity Triage take telephone referrals from you directly or from GPs and Community Midwives. The Midwives will be able to assess you and give you appropriate advice on whether you need to come into the Unit, stay at home or even be seen by your own GP.