Antenatal home visit

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Has anyone got a letter of home visit that they will visit before baby is born

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Yep! Got it through last week, they've given me a 3 hour window at 32 weeks. Luckily we're already in full nesting mode so the house hopefully won't be a tip 😂

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Same I’ll be around same weeks when they visit .Do u know what this visit is for , I always thought visits happen after baby is born

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Is it just me that isn't comfortable with the whole home visit parts?
We have nothing to hide obviously, and the house only needs a few things doing. But I don't know, I understand some people would rather have someone come to them than having to go out, but it's just my safe space I guess.

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Yes they bring your Red book as well :)

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Girls don’t scare me!!! I’m nearky 31 weeks and not received a letter and my house is currently in uproar with renovations 😩😩😩

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They just check in on you, make sure you’re getting ready, and your home is almost ready (some ask to see a nursery or where baby sleeps but some don’t even mention it)

You can ask them for advice, they’ll give you advice on birth / after birth and a few leaflets for support!

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true same it’s just like for me everything is everywhere right now boxes to be unpacked 🥲

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ohh thank u ☺️

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I’m on my 4th pregnancy and I’ve never had this before. Maybe it’s different depending on area ?

I don’t feel it’s necessary personally. What could you possibly need / talk about for 3 hours lol

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I received a letter as well...coming in 32 weeks....also don't know what to expect

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you can decline the visits hun if you’re not comfortable with it. Seeing the health visitor isn’t mandatory x

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ah sorry, should clarify - the visit is only 45 mins, they've just given a 3 hour window of when it could be 🙂

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I had a visit the other day at 30 weeks, it was absolutely fine. I think they expect that not going to be fully sorted yet and don't expect to come and see everyone's house is perfect. They get to know you a bit and a bit about background so can prepare of any additional support might be needed etc. And go through a few other things which I would say is important if your a first time parent.
Personally I see them as a good thing x

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thank you this is very beneficial

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