Yummy Mummy Magazine March 2024

BABIES & KIDS

LOOKING FORWARD TO SPRING

Our beautiful Firle Dress is perfect for Spring/Summer. Designed in Sussex, the fabric was handwoven in GOTS certified organic cotton before being hand embroidered by our Fair Trade producer in rural Bangladesh. It has also been lined in unbleached organic cotton voile for extra comfort. It fastens at the back with real shell buttons. This really is an heirloom piece to be treasured. bayandfay.com

WATER WORLD

Create the ultimate magical underwater world with our Mermaid Tail Teepee, the perfect addition to your little ones bedroom or playroom. rucomfybeanbags.co.uk

WE LOVE

These adorable handmade yellow baby moccasin shoes. thefindstore.co.uk

LITTLE BIRD TOLD ME

Lots of different bird rattles made in 100% organic cotton, which are equally suitable as rattles or for play. Help your little one recognise the birds in the garden or just have fun with a new friend. These make a perfect gift for a new baby and a lovely toy for a toddler. High quality and designed to last. These are all certified fair trade and completely handmade. pebblechild.com

SPACE SAVER

The perfect space-saving furniture solution for smaller children’s bedrooms and cool enough to please the most discerning teenager, this designer bed will make their bedroom a fun and functional destination to hang out, study and sleep. cuckooland.com

LITTLE JET-SETTER

Never get your passports mixed up again with these personalised kids passports. This super cute aeroplane design is perfect for any little traveller. kokoblossom.co.uk

8 expert tips to beat the school bugs!

Help protect your family’s immunity

As a parent, daily school routines and work commutes can be a stressful time, not only is there lots to prepare, but we are also mindful of our little ones picking up those dreaded classroom germs. No parent wants their children to miss out on school due to being unwell, and many cannot afford time out of their busy schedules to take care of them. Luckily, there are plenty of things parents can do to help ensure the whole family stays resilient and ‘fighting fit’ for school. Here, Dr Jenna Macciochi PhD, immunologist and mum of two shares her expert tips on maintaining immune health.

EXPERT IMMUNOLOGIST TIPS:

4. Stay hydrated: Proper hydration is vital for overall health. It helps keep airways properly lubricated with the right amount and consistency of mucus to prevent infection, which is particularly important as our children start playing sports and games again during term-time.

5. Support your defences with Sambucol: Incorporate Sambucol into your family’s daily routine to fortify your immune system. Its rich blend of black elderberries, antioxidants, vitamin C, and zinc provides essential nutrients to help safeguard your health, especially during back-to-school season. And it tastes great too!

1. Prioritise prevention: Minimise the risk of falling poorly by practicing good hygiene habits. Encourage children to regularly wash their hands, sneeze/cough into their elbow or cover their nose with a tissue to help reduce exposure to germs.

2. Get plenty of rest: Ensure you and your children get sufficient sleep each night, as rest is crucial for a strong immune system. Prioritise a consistent sleep schedule to support your body’s natural defence mechanisms.

3. Balanced nutrition: Embrace a diet rich in fruits, vegetables with plenty of plant fibre, healthy fats and protein which provide your family’s immune system with essential nutrients.

6. Manage stress: Chronic stress can weaken your immune system, making you and your family more susceptible to infections which can be easily spread, especially if your children pick up a bug from school. Curate your own toolbox of stressrelief techniques such as meditation, breathwork as well as engaging in hobbies that bring you joy.

7. Exercise regularly: Incorporate physical activity into your family routine, as it can enhance your immune system’s efficiency. Even moderate exercise, such as walking or cycling to school, can boost your body’s natural defences.

8. Stay home when unwell: If the inevitable does happen and your children do fall unwell, be considerate and ensure they are kept off school to avoid spreading germs. Use Sambucol to help.

“As a family we take” Sambucol, an immunity supplement range featuring the antioxidant action of natural black elderberries combined with ingredients such as *vitamin C and zinc.

THE DETAILS

The Sambucol range (RRPs from £6.49) is available from Boots, Holland & Barrett, Tesco and Sainsbury’s. For more information on Sambucol, the †UK’s No.1 brand for immunity visit sambucol.co.uk

Dr Jenna Macciochi

Mill on the Brue Outdoor Activity Centre

The Summer Holidays are just around the corner but don’t worry we have got the answer to those long holidays when you might not be able to occupy them the whole time. Here at Mill on the Brue Outdoor Activity Centre we have got the best Summer Camps ever!

lots of different activities and have a complete digital detox.

Based in Somerset, only one hour from Bath or Bristol, nestled in a river valley of 25 acres of woods and fields.

We have over 40 different activities, games, tasks, from High Ropes, canoeing, zip wires, a huge water slide, archery, pizza making, tunnelling, rafting, disco, camping and so much more. Children come to us from the ages of 8 up to 15. They will be put into a group of similar aged children and have one female and one male Instructor who will look after them all week.

Food is important to us; we cater for all diets and are a nut free site. All our food is nutritious, healthy, home cooked meals.

Your wonderful children can have the most marvellous experience, meeting new friends, trying

The camps start Sunday 14th July and finish on Friday 23rd August.

millonthebrue.co.uk

UNVEILING THE ALL-NEW ICANDY PEACH 7 IN IVY:

A Symphony of Sophistication and Functionality

iCandy are thrilled to announce the latest addition to the iCandy family, the Peach 7 in Ivy—a stunning fusion of sophistication and modernity designed to elevate the parenting experience.

Sophisticated Elegance

Immerse yourself in the allure of the newest colourway, Ivy - a tranquil green reminiscent of a lush garden oasis. The Peach 7 in Ivy seamlessly integrates this elegant shade with iconic design, offering parents a visually stunning and timeless pushchair option.

Crafted for Perfection

The Jet Black chassis and high-quality aluminium frame reflect iCandy’s commitment to meticulous craftsmanship. With precision-engineered components, the Peach 7 ensures an ultra-smooth and comfortable ride, cocooning your little one in style with luxurious fabrics.

Ingenious Features

The Peach 7 in Ivy comes equipped with ingenious features, including an integrated Ride-on Board, a five-point harness with adjustable head support, and puncture-proof PU tyres for a worry-free journey across various terrains.

Peace of Mind

iCandy understand the importance of peace of mind for parents. The Peach 7 in Ivy comes with a remarkable 5 Year Warranty, showcasing confidence in the durability and quality of product—an extra layer of assurance for parents investing in the Peach 7.

Available for Pre-Order Now: Bundle: £1,249; Car Seat Bundle: £1,548

“The Peach 7 in Ivy comes equipped with ingenious features, including an integrated Ride-on Board, a five-point harness with adjustable head support, and punctureproof PU tyres “

THE LONDON GENERAL PRACTICE

WHAT IS MENINGITIS?

Meningitis is a serious infection which affects the brain. It can occur at any age. It is usually caused by a bacterium, most commonly the meningococcus; this is the most serious infection but other bacteria such as pneumococcus, tuberculosis or haemophilus bacteria can be the cause. Meningitis can also be caused by a number of viruses including enteric, mumps or herpes viruses; infection caused by these viruses are usually less serious.

HOW WOULD I RECOGNISE MENINGITIS?

Meningitis starts with a high temperature, headache, neck stiffness, photophobia (dislike of light), nausea and sometimes vomiting. A fine skin rash that does not blanche on compression with a drinking glass then appears. Confusion, sleepiness, or convulsions also occur. Babies and small children may present with just being unwell, but neck stiffness is almost always present, inability to bend the neck forward while in a relaxed lying posture; this can apply to adults as well.

HOW IS MENINGITIS TREATED?

First and foremost, urgent admission to hospital where blood tests, throat swabs, a lumbar puncture to examine the spinal fluid. Other investigations will be done where the patient is not improving. Then intravenous antibiotics are given urgently as soon as immediate tests for infection have been completed. The patient might be in clinical shock, when life support measures will be introduced such as fluid infusions, steroid injections or oxygen.

IS THERE ANYTHING MORE I SHOULD KNOW?

Meningitis can be a very serious illness and the patient MUST be taken to hospital for confirmation of the diagnosis and treatment as quickly as possible because patients, particularly children, can deteriorate (go downhill) with alarming speed.

AND, WHAT ABOUT IMMUNISATION?

Meningococcus, pneumococcus, and haemophilus vaccines are an integral part of the NHS infant and children vaccination programme. Parents are strongly advised to have their children immunised.

THE DETAILS

The London General Practice

114a Harley Street, London W1G 7JL

Tel: 0207 935 1000

thelondongeneralpractice.com

The London General Practice undertakes a wide range of health screens.

If you would like to enquire about health screening, then please contact the Practice on 0207 935 100 info@thelondongeneralpractice.com

Dr Stuart Saunders, GP of The London General Practice discusses the warning signs and treatment of Meningitis

Dr Stuart Saunders

The Secret Life of Reptiles & Amphibians at LONDON ZOO

Brand new experience opening Easter 2024

Get to know the planet’s most mysterious creatures at London Zoo, as the world-famous conservation zoo unveils a brand-new experience.

Home to some of the planet’s most fascinating yet threatened species – including one of the world’s largest frogs, jewel-coloured geckos, and turtles with heads so big they cannot fit in their shells - Secret Life of Reptiles and Amphibians will introduce visitors to wondrously weird creatures.

Visitors will first get a glimpse into the Zoo’s specialist breeding and animal care areas, with the ‘behind-the-scenes’ bought to the fore in the new space. Visitors will come nose-to-nose with one of the world’s largest frogs – as the breeding group of Critically Endangered mountain chicken frogs at London Zoo will be visible for the first time.

Secret Life of Reptiles and Amphibians has been meticulously designed to meet every need of its inhabitants – with each of its 33 species having individual, and very precise, requirements for temperature, humidity, water quality and lighting. The custom-built facility features 11 different climate-controlled zones and more than 50 aquatic systems, with each habitat providing shade, egg laying sites, basking locations and camouflage areas for the very particular residents.

“Visitors will first get a glimpse into the Zoo’s specialist breeding and animal care areas, with the ‘behind-the-scenes’ bought to the fore in the new space”

The Zoo’s 1.9metre long Philippine crocodile may be spotted basking on the banks of, or swimming in, its 30,000-litre pool, while young visitors can board a boat like the ones used by researchers to study the crocs in the wild. The army of mossy frogs will demonstrate their unparalleled camouflage skills in their leafy home, in contrast to the turquoise gecko, who well and truly stands out from the crowd with its electricblue skin.

Stunning Mangshan vipers and a striking King Cobra have tree trunks to coil around and leaves to shelter beneath, while the big-headed turtles will be keeping an eye on it all – because their shells provide no shelter for their supersized skulls.

A shadowy underwater home is hoped to provide the perfect love nest for the Zoo’s pair of Critically Endangered Chinese giant salamanders –the world’s largest amphibians, sometimes referred to as ‘living fossils’.

To find out more and book tickets for London Zoo, visit londonzoo.org

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The Little Stamford Company is a luxury baby and childrenswear brand inspired by the British countryside offering unique and beautiful designs for those fond of all things equestrian, farming and countryside.

Made from premium organic cotton, our core collection is designed for babies to 3-year-olds and includes sleepsuits, rompers, dribble bibs, cot bedding, muslin blankets and squares and bodysuits to layer up for outdoor days. The designs feature charming watercolour prints depicting scenes reminiscent of the British countryside including vintage Land Rovers, tractors, ponies, dogs, British sheep, and delicate wildflowers.

Pair with our range of accessories such as premium fleece gilets and baby tweed flat caps for the perfect minime country look - The Little Stamford Co is one British brand you’ll want in your little one’s first wardrobe.

TESTIMONIALS

Rated in the top 10 ‘Best British Baby and Children’s Clothing Brands’ by Citizen Femme in 2023.

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“I absolutely adore these prints - they are everything I want on my little people’s clothes”

“I love this, everything about it. Clearly it is well made and all the details thought about”

“I’ve not come across any babygrow with such nice fabric.....Excellent product, wholeheartedly recommend.”

‘THE PADDINGTON BEARTM EXPERIENCE’

Arriving at London County Hall this May!

The Paddington BearTM Experience is a large-scale interactive experience inspired by everyone’s favourite bear. It will be taking up residence in the iconic County Hall on the Southbank this May, unfolding across 26,000 square ft.

Get ready to be thrown into the thick of the action as you embark on a mission to help Paddington and The Brown family prepare for a very special day. Step into the world of Paddington and become immersed in some of the most iconic locations, culminating in a Windsor Gardens extravaganza. This multi-sensory experience incorporates ground-breaking design, live performance, and video to capture the hearts of the entire family from ages 4-94. Themed food, beverage, and retail will also be available.

2023 marked 65 years since a kind bear from Peru with a big appetite for marmalade was first introduced to the world. Paddington is a beloved children’s character, created by author Michael Bond in 1958. The first book, “A Bear Called

Paddington”, introduced readers to the friendly and polite bear from Peru who is discovered by the Brown family at Paddington Station in London.

The series of stories that followed, chronicle Paddington’s adventures in London and around the world. Since its first publication, the Paddington books have sold more than thirty-five million copies worldwide.

The popularity of these books led to numerous adaptations, including television shows and feature films. In 2014, a live-action feature film called “Paddington” was released, which was followed by a sequel, “Paddington 2” in 2017. A third film is in the works. The movies were produced by Studiocanal, part of the international content and media group Vivendi. In 2020, a brand-new Paddington TV series designed for a pre-school audience, ‘The Adventures of Paddington’ launched on Nickelodeon, introducing him to a whole new set of fans.

To purchase tickets, visit paddingtonbearexperience.com

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“2023 marked 65 years since a kind bear from Peru with a big appetite for marmalade was first introduced to the world”

BUBBA BOARD: The travelaward-winning accessory

Traveling with young children can be a real source of anxiety even for the most seasoned travellers. The sheer joy of experiencing new destinations and experiences through their eyes, contends with the logistical challenges of keeping them comfortable and entertained during transit.

It’s time to change all of that. Bubba Board is an award-winning travel accessory that gives children comfort and independence to enjoy travelling in the big people seats.

Designed for children, with parents in mind, this innovative seat extender and travel bed fills the gap between seats in planes and trains to ensure they are comfortable going from point A to B. It’s simple yet ingenious. The board slides out and fills the gap, giving your child that much-needed extra space to play or sleep.

Comfortable Rest: No more dangling legs or awkward sleeping positions. Your child can lay comfortably for afternoon naps or big sleeps overnight, ensuring they get their much-needed rest.

Entertainment Made Easy: Just like at home, let them have their own little space to play with toys, have a snack or get some screen time. Plus, you can still easily access anything that falls to the floor.

Safety First: With the Bubba Board, a seatbelt can be worn at all times, it can quickly be moved out of the way in an emergency, and it allows for access to lifesaving equipment.

Easy to Use & Store: Bubba Board takes seconds to set up and put away. Its lightweight and compact design means it won’t add to your baggage woes – hang it on the back of a stroller, on your shoulder, or in your carry on.

Durable & Easy to Clean: Made with highquality materials, the Bubba Board is built to last and withstand the rigors of travel. Spills or messes? Just give it a quick wipe down!

The Bubba Board is not just another travel accessory; it’s a game changer. No more restless kids. No more constant re-adjusting. With the Bubba Board, travel becomes a pleasant experience, not just for them but for you, too.

TREASURE FOREVER….

Imagine your newborn baby’s tiny hands and feet preserved forever, your fingers entwined on your wedding day, or even your furry friend’s paw print turned into a work of art. Wrightson and Platt bring these moments to life as pieces of sculpture, wall art and stunning jewellery.

Over the past 20 years, the London-based lifecasting specialists have built a reputation and loyal following due to the amazing craftsmanship and attention to detail captured in their wide range of beautiful designs.

The process starts with a casting appointment in the family home or maternity ward. Here, the moulds are made using skin-safe dental alginate which captures incredibly fine skin detail. The moulds are then taken back to the company’s studio in southeast London where the master casts are poured in high quality plaster. From just one set of casts, their customers can then order from a wide range of designs.

As Managing Director Alison Martin explains: “Unlike other life-casting companies, we keep the master casts in our archive for up to 10 years. This means our customers can come back and order surprise gifts or sibling designs when a new baby arrives.”

Their long-established partnership with London’s Portland Hospital has introduced the company to a whole host of household names

including royalty and A-list celebrities, but they won’t be naming any names; discretion is vital to their reputation, as Alison explains: “There’s always huge interest when the rich and famous have a new baby. We feel incredibly privileged to be invited into any family’s home at such a magical time and would never betray that trust, no matter who the client is!”

However, some customers are very happy to talk about the experience: “The whole casting experience in my room at The Portland was a very happy one” says Tamara Beckwith “but nothing prepared me for the joy at receiving my baby’s bronze 2-day old feet. All these years later, I still marvel at all the little creases and how small she was. Just holding them in my hands takes me back to a wonderfully happy, special time.”

“Unlike other lifecasting companies, we keep the master casts in our archive for up to 10 years. This means our customers can come back and order surprise gifts or sibling designs when a new baby arrives”

THE DETAILS

To book a casting , visit wrightsonandplatt.com

Tel: 0207 639 9085

Email: info@wrightsonandplatt.com

Binky Shop

ABinky is a hop and a skip of sheer joy, a click of the heels when you’re so happy you could burst! This is what the team at Binky hope to bring kids when opening a gift from our range.

If you’re looking for that perfect children’s gift this spring hop over to binkyshop.co.uk where you will find beautiful gifts & toys of the highest quality, all consciously sourced. Their carefully curated range of age and personality appropriate gifts for babies, children and teenagers is designed to make shopping a joy for all gift givers offering inspired presents that will delight and will be cherished for years to come.

Binky was born from the desire to give time back to parents and gift givers by supporting them to find the very best presents that both look great and play well while catering for all children’s personalities. So, if you are trying to find that special something for the wild child in your life or the ideal next project for most creative of

teenagers you can be confident that a gift from binky will get top marks!

From Binky’s Founder Alexis ‘We hope Binky can bring joy and create childhood memories of the very best toys and games. In the confidence that they are the best quality and from the best source, we want parents to binky too!’ binkyshop.co.uk

“If you’re looking for that perfect children’s gift this spring hop over to binkyshop.co.uk”

TEACHING VITAL LIFE SKILLS FOR FUTURE SUCCESS

Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate (QE) in North Yorkshire teaches its students invaluable life skills to use in school exams, further education and throughout their careers.

QE takes pride in fostering future readiness by developing the wider skills that are essential for future employability and success. Working together, their Stretch and Challenge and Pastoral teams provide weekly sessions on mental health, wellness, physical health, and future-readiness. They also run several lectures on topics such as networking, tackling procrastination, and balancing study with collegiate life and offer campus-wide projects such as our annual Whole School Revision Project which teaches the most efficient revision techniques for retaining knowledge and excelling in examinations. In addition, students can seek professional careers assistance and participate in several informative workshops and lectures delivered by academic staff, alumni and external professionals to help them best prepare for UCAS applications, further education and beyond.

Their business and enterprise clubs develop essential ‘future success’ skills in entrepreneurship, collaboration, ICT, communication, and critical thinking through projects and competitions focused around using key skills in financial management, strategic planning, and entrepreneurial thinking. These run alongside their extensive STEM co-curricular programme which promotes innovation, curiosity, exploration and problem-solving through extra-curricular practical science sessions, science fun days, and national

THE DETAILS

Contact admissions@qe.org to book onto our open morning on 27th April.

initiatives such as Mars Balloon.

Students can apply for various roles of responsibility where they can practice and improve skills in leadership, collaboration, planning, organisation, presenting, and negotiating. These key skills are further enhanced through opportunities to lead academic societies, coordinate projects such as the school newsletter and leavers annual, organise a variety of different events, and volunteer in community projects. Students can also undertake external qualifications in areas such as lifeguarding, gym instructing, youth mental health and anti-bullying, which not only assists them in becoming more well-rounded and versatile but provides further opportunities to hone their life skills through experience whilst contributing positively to collegiate life.

To ensure our students leave them with a variety of vital life skills, their award-winning catering team teach 14 classes a week on topics from cooking at university to growing, harvesting and preparing food.

QE is dedicated to developing students’ passions and achievements, both within and beyond the curriculum. They make sure that they provide their students with learning opportunities dedicated to essential life skills with chances to challenge themselves and gain invaluable handson experience so that they are fully equipped for further education and beyond.

Nestled in 220 acres of countryside between Harrogate and York, QE is a co-educational day and boarding school for students from 3 months to 19 years, known for its academic success and state-of-the-art facilities.

THE FERTILITY CENTRE

Formerly the Assisted Conception Unit, The Fertility Centre is a longstanding centre of excellence for fertility treatment and care at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital. In 2021 they enlarged the Centre with a new satellite service at West Middlesex University Hospital, extending patient care and convenient access across West London.

The Centre provides a broad and comprehensive range of fertility services to their patients –including IVF, ICSI and IUI – but their areas of particular expertise, include the management of women and couples over the age of 40, premature ovarian ageing or low ovarian reserve, and male or sperm-related infertility issues.

Notwithstanding their expertise in these complex fields, The Fertility Centre continues to perform very well in its success rates. They hold one of the highest clinical pregnancy rates amongst NHS hospitals in the UK (please visit hfea.gov.uk for further information) and welcome NHS-funded patients and those seeking to selffund their care and treatment.

As well as treatment for those trying to conceive now, The Fertility Centre offer services for those who are considering their ability to conceive in the future. Fertility preservation through egg or embryo freezing is becoming increasingly popular and they can provide these services through their dedicated Fertility Preservation programme.

There are a number of reasons why you may wish to preserve your fertility:

• For social reasons

• Preparing to transition

• Ahead of treatment for cancer such as chemoor radiotherapy

• If you have been diagnosed with gynaecological conditions, such as endometriosis or ovarian cysts

If you are thinking about your fertility health for future years, they also provide a range of fertility assessments - with packages for individuals as well as couples. Alongside tests and assessments, expert clinicians can explain your results and advise you accordingly.

In addition to their clinical expertise and range of treatment options, The Fertility Centre understands the inevitable stress and anxiety of fertility treatment. They are committed to supporting you every step of the way throughout your treatment. This includes sessions with their British Infertility Counselling Association and UK Council for Psychotherapy accredited counsellors.

THE DETAILS

The Fertility Centre team is always happy to support you and answer any questions. If you want to learn more or are ready to start your fertility journey, please contact them on 020 3315 8585 or email chelwest.acu@nhs.net. chelwestprivatecare.co.uk/ fertility-centre

The Kensington Wing

The Kensington Wing is the dedicated private maternity unit at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, providing women and birthing people with around-the-clock clinical care, comfortable en-suite private rooms and hospitality services.

Located in the heart of Chelsea and Westminster Hospital – part of one of the UK’s top rated hospital Trusts – your baby’s and your safety and wellbeing are reassuringly supported at all times. The Kensington Wing is immediately located next to the hospital’s outstanding and newly expanded Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and a consultant anaesthetist remains on site at all times 24/7, dedicated to the needs of our patients.

To ensure the safety of women, birthing people and birth partners, The Kensington Wing has important infection control procedures for staff and visitors to adhere to but remain welcoming to your chosen birth partner for all stages of your pregnancy, birth and postnatal stay. Your individual room and en-suite facilities are a haven, and the catering and hospitality team ensures your stay is relaxing as well as safe. On the Kensington Wing the consultant obstetricians, midwives, nurses and maternity support workers provide care as a team and are delighted to offer both consultant-led and midwife-led maternity packages.

THE DETAILS

If you would like to talk to one of the team, call 020 3315 8616, email chelwest.kensington@nhs.net or visit thekensingtonwing.co.uk

The Kensington Wing’s highly experienced team of midwives welcome enquiries and the opportunity to discuss midwife-led care in more detail. These ‘meet the midwife’ sessions are always a relaxed and special time to talk and discover more without any obligation. For those women and birthing people who are appropriate for midwife-led care, the team provide full support throughout your pregnancy and the midwifery team are available 24 hours seven days a week for advice or concerns throughout your pregnancy, birth and postnatal stay.

The consultant-led care package allows you the choice of one of their experienced consultant obstetricians to personally guide you through your pregnancy and birth. Your consultant provides continuity and individualised expertise throughout your journey. They build a relationship with you and your partner through the antenatal period to give you confidence to birth safely with them in line with your birth preferences. They continue to support you through the postnatal period, including your 6 week postnatal check. All consultants are available to meet you and your birth partner without any obligation.

The Kensington Wing enquiry team are always happy to support with these arrangements and answer any questions.

URGENT CARE IN ST JOHN’S WOOD

St John & St Elizabeth Hospital’s Urgent Care Clinic, ensures easy access to expert care without the wait.

Access doctors when you need them most

Designed for life’s slips, trips and falls, as well as those unexpected minor illnesses, the clinic is ready to give you the care you need, seven days a week, no appointment necessary.

For all the family

The clinic has a designated children’s waiting area and treatment rooms, and is for all the family, including children aged one and up. It can treat minor illnesses and injuries, such as: superficial cuts to the face and scalp, sore throats, colds and stomach bugs. It can also provide flu and travel vaccines and repeat prescriptions.

As the clinic is part of St John & St Elizabeth Hospital, if needed, instant referrals can be arranged for tests and scans, physiotherapy, and specialist consultations – so you can access the services you need quickly and efficiently.

“The clinic has a designated children’s waiting area and treatment rooms, and is for all the family”

The clinic is for urgent, not emergency needs and can’t treat heart attacks, strokes or major trauma. If you’ve had a bad accident or are really unwell, call 999 or go to A&E.

If you’re not sure whether you should come in, give the team a call and they will be happy to advise!

How it works

You pay £120 for an initial consultation with a doctor. If you need any scans, tests, or further treatment, these will be extra. If you have health insurance, ask your provider for treatment authorisation after your initial consultation. If you don’t, the clinic will let you know the cost of further treatment.

VISIT THE URGENT CARE CLINIC

The clinic is part of St John & St Elizabeth Hospital at 60 Grove End Road, NW8 9NH.

Find out more: hje.org.uk/ucc

Call the team: 020 7432 8300

A HOSPITAL WITH A HEART

St John & St Elizabeth Hospital is one of the UK’s largest independent charitable hospitals. All treatments help fund the on-site St John’s Hospice, which is committed to enabling people to live well for as long as possible. Every year, the hospice provides quality, holistic care to more than 4,500 people with lifelimiting illnesses, and their families, across North London.