What support is there for pregnant women and new mothers?
Maternity Action have published information on available support for pregnant asylum-seeking women, please click here
If you need help with applying for maternity support, please email AsylumandRefugees@hounslow.gov.uk
Maternity Care Access Advice Service
Provide advice on NHS charges and access to NHS maternity care.
Phone: 0808 800 0041 Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 10am to 12pm
Website: https://maternityaction.org.uk/maternity-care-access-advice-service/
Registering a Birth
All births in England, Wales and Northern Ireland must be registered within 42 days of the child being born. More information here: https://www.gov.uk/register-birth
For Hounslow, you can book your appointment online. Only babies born in the London Borough of Hounslow can be registered at the London Borough of Hounslow Register Office. To book your appointment, please visit here
Email: registeroffice@hounslow.gov.uk
Phone: 020 8583 2090
Address: Hounslow Register Office, Feltham Lodge, 38-40 Harlington Road West, Feltham, TW14 0JJ
Newborn Clothing
If you need newborn baby clothing, please email AsylumandRefugees@hounslow.gov.uk
Happy Baby Community
The Happy Baby Community supports pregnant women and mothers with young children who are seeking asylum. They offer a range of services, including trauma-informed yoga, welfare advice, and baby massage. The community operates drop-in sessions at various locations in West London, making it accessible for those in need.
For more information, please visit their website Happy Baby Community
You can also contact them by phone at 07394 609 388
