Pannal Ward
Pannal Ward is a mixed antenatal and postnatal ward with 16 beds. A limited number of these beds are in single occupancy rooms, some of which also have en-suite shower room facilities. These rooms are prioritised based on clinical need and cannot be booked. It is important to be aware that the same high standard of care will be provided both to women occupying amenity rooms and those on the main ward.
We also facilitate transitional care for babies requiring an enhanced level of support.
Being discharged from Pannal Ward
Breastfeeding
Harrogate is a Baby Friendly Hospital, and has been fully accredited by UNICEF UK since 2002. All of our staff members are fully trained in infant feeding and can support you with whatever choices you make. We do encourage all mothers to consider breastfeeding and you will have an opportunity during pregnancy to discuss your thoughts and feelings around feeding and caring for your baby with your midwife. Further information can be found on your Badgernet notes or via https://www.unicef.org.uk/babyfriendly/support-for-parents/. Your choice around feeding your baby will always be respected and supported.
Visiting times
Your birthing partner can remain with you 24 hours a day throughout your stay on Pannal ward. Visiting hours for additional visitors are 11am – 9pm. Two people are permitted to visit per bedside.
Please note with the exception of siblings no children are permitted for visiting.
For the health of all our patients, we request that any visitors having recent diarrhoea, vomiting or possible infective illness avoid coming to the ward. Thank you.
