If you live in East Sussex (peacehaven, Newhaven and Lewes areas) but are planning to give birth with us, and have a BMI over 30, you are eligible for two services:
One-to-one support from a dedicated health coach to help you to eat healthily during your pregnancy
This offer is for six one-to-one delivered remotely and covering pregnancy-specific information on portion sizes, the eat well guide and healthy alternatives and exploring motivations around behaviour change.
Talk to your midwife about a referral or self-refer at https://oneyoueastsussex.org.uk/ or call 01323 404600 requesting the one-to-one personalised coaching service for pregnant people.
Healthy lifestyle antenatal class
After 12 weeks you will also be automatically offered a healthy lifestyle antenatal class. This is a two hour workshop covering
- Relaxation techniques
- Healthy living education
- Meal planning
- Exercise for pregnancy
- Access for additional services
- Essential buys for your new arrival
- Building loving relationships with your baby.
Ask your midwife for more information.