Ward 32 is one of our two postnatal wards.
You will usually go to this ward after the birth of your baby on the delivery suite if everything is relatively low risk and uncomplicated with your baby.
Ward 32 has 18 beds;
- 3 4-bedded bays
- 1 2-bedded bay
- 4 single cubicles, 1 of these has an en-suite bathroom
Single cubicles are allocated by taking into account the physical and emotional needs of you and your baby. There are designated toilets for each bay and cubicle and shower facilities on the ward corridor.
There is also an infant feeding room to prepare any formula milk as well as a designated area to express breast milk.
Visiting and overnight stays
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we have made a number of changes to the way people access our services. You can find out more here.
These guidelines are reviewed regularly to make sure we can continue to provide you with the safest and most effective care.
We appreciate that a pregnancy is often a family event. Our team are doing everything they can to support your family to be a part of the journey with you, whilst keeping those using our services and our staff safe. We understand that this is a challenging time for all and we want to let you know we are still here for you and we want you to talk to us. Accessing care is now more important than ever. If you have any concerns or queries, please contact the maternity assessment unit, your community midwife or GP.
Students
As a teaching hospital we will often have students from various specialities come to the Ward 32 to gain experience during their studies. They could be:
- Midwives
- Doctors
- Paramedics
- Nurses
- Occupational therapists
The students can be at various stages of their training and may be male or female. They always appreciate your permission to watch or participate in any part of your care as this experience is vital to their training. It is your decision as to whether you will allow any student to participate or watch any or all of your care or whether you would like to decline students altogether.
Location of ward
Ward 32 is on Level 4 of the Leazes Wing at the RVI.
Contact
You can contact us by calling 0191 282 5632
