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Pain relief
Your midwife or doctor can talk to you about ways to help with pain when you have your baby. You can ask about this at your check-ups before the birth, or when you are in labour.
They will help you choose what’s best for you.
You can find out more here.
Get in contact
The Royal Devon has taken the difficult decision to implement a temporary suspension of births at NDDH from Tuesday 11 August.
Important: Get the latest information and FAQs
A support helpline is available Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm for non-urgent enquiries from pregnant women, birthing people and their partners.
01271 335773
Outside of these hours, leave contact details for a call back.
Urgent health concerns
If you have any urgent health concerns, think you are in labour, or are worried about your baby’s movements, please contact us at any time, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
01392 406616
We provide emergency care and advice to families, midwives and GPs in all areas of antenatal, labour and postnatal care.