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"Amazing from my very 1st pregnancy to my last and I couldn't of asked for better."

About: Lorn & Islands Hospital / Maternity care Maternity care (Ward 31) / Labour suite maternity

(as the patient),

This was my 3rd pregnancy. when I phone Oban Maternity Unit the midwife couldn't of been nicer. She asked me a few questions and if I had a preferred midwife that I would like. I asked for Elaine as the midwife I had previously wasn't there at this point. I was booked in for my first appointment in a few weeks time. Nearer my appointment my midwife changed to the same one I had with my previous pregnancies. Katherine was amazing just as she had been with my previous two pregnancies. She always made me feel comfortable at appointments, reassured me about any concerns I had.

This time round I felt more scared than I had with my previous two, I couldn't explain to begin with but I was getting closer to my section date I told Katherine that I was scared something would go wrong. She listened to me and we talked about it and she reassured me about things, she reminded me that I had done this before so knew what to expect. It made me feel more at ease about my section. Anytime Katherine was off and I had an appointment it was usually with Elaine, she was great too. 

The staff in Paisley were amazing too but I couldn't wait to get home with my baby. Once home and back into the care of the Oban Midwives they were amazing from the day after we came home to the day I was discharged. I cant thank you all enough, you are such a amazing team. Katherine has been amazing from my very 1st pregnancy to my last and I couldn't of asked for better. Thank you.

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Response from Catriona Dreghorn, Interim Lead Midwife, Argyll & Bute 14 months ago
Catriona Dreghorn
Interim Lead Midwife,
Argyll & Bute
Submitted on 08/03/2023 at 11:06
Published on Care Opinion at 11:06


Hi there skyje98, many thanks on taking the time to share your feedback at this busy time for you and your family. It really goes to show the benefits of continuity of care and taking the time to listen and respond to concerns. I will make sure that Katherine and the rest of the Oban team hear about your post. We work closely with our colleagues at the RAH to help provide a joined up service and its good to hear you had a positive experience there too.

Thanks and best wishes, Catriona Dreghorn

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Response from Angela Watt, Lead Midwife, Obstetrics, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde 14 months ago
Angela Watt
Lead Midwife, Obstetrics,
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde
Submitted on 08/03/2023 at 11:46
Published on Care Opinion at 11:46


Dear skyje98

I would really like to echo what Catriona has said and delighted to hear of your experience and the fantastic care you have received from our colleagues in the Oban team. I am really delighted that you found the staff in RAH to be amazing too and contributed to your positive pregnancy journey.

Thank you for taking the time to get in touch

Best wishes

Angela Watt

Lead Midwife Clyde

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