Jacqui Kempen 💙

Head of Maternity SEL ICS.
Midwife.
Serial re-tweeter.
Views all mine.

[South East London ICS @SELondonICS]

Around 20,000 babies under 1 are hospitalised with #RSV in the UK each year, and sadly it causes 20 to 30 infant deaths per year as well.

👉Find out more about how vaccination during pregnancy can protect your baby: https://t.co/NKU3eTn3MH

[David Challen @David_Challen]

In wake of Sarah Everard, men were rallied to speak out against male violence. Instead #NotAllMen trended. Here we are again, Gisèle Pelicot’s case is a moment. Many men silent, again. “Everyday” men committed this, everyday men must speak out against it.https://t.co/T0df32VYMI

[South East London ICS @SELondonICS]

Pregnant women are eligible for a free respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine to protect their babies from serious lung infections.
You can get the vaccine from 28 weeks of pregnancy. Talk to your GP or maternity service to schedule yours.

👉More info: https://t.co/TY0sF9vwY1

[The King's Fund @TheKingsFund]

Although this data is provisional, it is already indicating a substantial leap in the cost and severity of maintenance issues with NHS buildings and equipment’ says @swoolnough in response to @NHSEngland released yesterday.

Read more: https://t.co/QUVCvhSiF0

[Lambeth Together @LambethTogether]

#Lambeth parents/carers

If you’re pregnant, #GetWinterStrong with a vaccination against illnesses like #Flu #RSV, #COVID-19 and #WhoopingCough to protect you and your baby.

Speak to your midwife or GP practice and learn more ➡️https://t.co/MlAP8V1RhN.

@HWLambeth @GSTTnhs

[Jacqui Kempen 💙 @jacquikempen]

I heard @LucyGoBag speak at the #matsafety2024 @babylifeline conference last week.
I wanted to hear more so bought the book.

[BBC News (UK) @BBCNews]

Childbirth experiences captured by photographer https://t.co/ARhKveE58M

[Jacqui Kempen 💙 @jacquikempen]

Team trip to Birmingham for the @babylifeline 2024 conference

[Baby Lifeline 💙 @babylifeline]

“You don’t ‘recover’, that’s a policy word, but you go on with defiance and humour.”

[Baby Lifeline 💙 @babylifeline]

Larysa talks about the initiatives in Ukraine since the war has begun to improve care:
- remote consultation services
- ⁠supporting professionals to improve mental health
- ⁠training on midwifery support in emergencies

#MatSafety2024

[Baby Lifeline 💙 @babylifeline]

“The code says respect people’s autonomy and give compassionate care.”

@clarawithwoman answers a question about the fear of supporting birth if it’s not within guidance.

[The Motherhood Group @MotherhoodGroup]

Day 3 of #BMMHW24: Exploring Birth Trauma & Pregnancy Loss 🕯️💜

Key Takeaways for our webinar discussions today with 170 engaged attendees:
• Black women should be able to process grief
• Empowering self-advocacy during pregnancy but the reliance shouldn’t be on Black women
• Community support aids healing
• Breaking the silence saves lives
• Systemic healthcare changes needed

Thank you to our incredible speakers:
• Sandra Igwe (Host, The Motherhood Group)
• Patrice Dantzie (SANDS)
• Louisa Hendrickson (Zion's Lighthouse)
• Alexandrina Yewande Hemsley (Yewande 103)
• Trish Balusa (Women's Rights Activist)

Our stories matter and Support is available. 💪🏿🤍

Join us tomorrow for Black Child Mental Health.

#BlackMaternalMentalHealth #BreakTheSilence #PregnancyLoss #BirthTrauma

[The Motherhood Group @MotherhoodGroup]

Today marks the start of our Black Maternal Mental Health Week UK, where we're placing the voices of those with lived experiences at the forefront.

Join us for our 5th annual #BMMHW24, as we address disparities, examine root causes, and develop targeted support for Black mothers' mental well-being.
Through powerful webinars, and solution-focused discussions, we're fostering crucial conversations to drive meaningful change.

Your voice matters. Will you join us in this vital dialogue?
#BlackMaternalMentalHealth #BMMHW #BMMHWUK

[Baby Lifeline 💙 @babylifeline]

“We are all united today with the goal of improving maternity safety for everyone."

Baby Lifeline CEO, @judyledger, is sharing the fantastic day in store and celebrating Baby Lifeline’s achievements over the last 12 months.

[Royal College of Midwives 💙 @MidwivesRCM]

‘Those choosing to study midwifery are incredibly committed, yet so many of them feel forced out of their dream career before they’ve even begun because of financial worries’ says RCM’s @Fi_Gibb on new RCM report

https://t.co/nYosLNulsA

[NHS @NHSuk]

Babies, children and older adults are more at risk of dehydration during periods of hot weather.

Visit the NHS website for symptoms to look out for and what to do next.

➡️ https://t.co/rldNLiPEBJ

[Stylist Magazine @StylistMagazine]

The UK’s gender pay gap is a long way from being fixed – in fact, new research suggests it’s getting worse.

https://t.co/AQ3cyJ5rgw

[Alex Mancini (Smith)💙 @mancini_smith]

Please share this really important parent information booklet designed to guide parents through uncertainty & difficult times @NeoLeaPEngland @LdnNeonatal @LucyDuncombe2 @NWNeonatalODN @YHneonet @JoKirbys6 @swneonatal @NorNetUK @LisaLeppard4 @TinyLivesTrust @TVWNeonatal @KssOdn

[South East London ICS @SELondonICS]

If you're pregnant, it's important to take up the #Pertussis vaccine when offered. It helps to protect your baby in their first few weeks of life, as #WhoopingCough can be life-threatening & require hospital treatment.
More info: https://t.co/imzSaJd9wA