The Midwifery Led Unit at Good Hope Hospital allows midwives to support mothers and their partners throughout the pregnancy. The specialist unit, funded by Good Hope Hospital Charity, enables midwives to focus on the mother’s needs and wishes before, during and after the birth in a relaxing environment, which helps to reduce stress and anxiety.

The unit includes four spacious and beautifully decorated birthing suites with state-of-the-art equipment that encourages family-centred care and ensures everyone feels as involved and comfortable as possible.

Brian’s late wife, Joanne, was a lifelong resident of Sutton Coldfield and chose to support Good Hope Hospital with a transformational gift in her will. Brian said,