The Healthier Together website offers support for people who are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or caring for children and young people by bringing together clear, reliable information in one place.
The site covers all stages of maternity care, from pre-pregnancy planning and antenatal appointments to vaccinations in pregnancy, mental health support, and labour.
Beth Fletcher, a Public Health Lead Midwife at University Hospitals Dorset (Image: NHS Dorset)
Beth Fletcher, public health lead midwife at University Hospitals Dorset, said: “As a midwife, I see every day how powerful the right information can be.
“The new Healthier Together website makes pregnancy information clear, reliable, and easy to access.
“I feel confident this will help parents feel supported to make informed decisions about their care, especially as the usability and language tools make the website accessible to everyone.”
All information on the website has been reviewed by local parents and carers, as well as local midwives and clinicians.
It replaces the current Maternity Matters webpages, and the NHS in Dorset would like to reassure families that the advice and care for people who are pregnant has not changed.
The website also helps parents and carers decide what to do when babies, children or young people are unwell and provides clear guidance on where to find local support.
To learn more, visit staywelldorset.nhs.uk/update/maternity.