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Pregnancy Care

The more you know about your pregnancy and your options, the more you are likely to feel in control. 

Before you are pregnant . . .

Here's some information based on The Pregnancy Book, which your midwife should give you at your first appointment. 

If you think you are pregnant . . .

The Maternity Matters Dorset website is an online guide to maternity options and services in Dorset.  If you are pregnant and over 6 weeks you will need to self refer directly to the midwifery team.  For more information on options and services in Dorset - including how to self refer, please follow this link to the Maternity Matters Dorset website:>>

If you are considering Salisbury Hospital Maternity Unit for your care, please contact us for a referral pack.  Information on Salisbury Hospital Maternity services can be found by following this link: Salisbury Hospital Maternity Unit.

The Perinatal Pelvic Health Service - launched January 2026

This service is available to patients accessing maternity care at Salisbury Foundation Trust, or at any community hub or home birth affiliated with Salisbury District Hospital. 

This specialist team is dedicated to supporting women and birthing people from early pregnancy through to 12 months postnatal.

How can they help?

  • Specialist Care: A multidisciplinary team of pelvic floor experts.
  • Prevention: Reducing the risk of bladder or bowel-related issues.
  • Treatment: Evidence-based care for mild to moderate pelvic health concerns.

Your pelvic health matters. Whether you are looking to prevent future issues or need support with current symptoms, this team is here for you.

The service is free of charge and available to all local women accessing their maternity care from Salisbury. Talk to your Midwife, Health Visitor, or GP to learn more or to request a referral.

You can also self-refer by completing an online form with all the relevant information here>>

Perinatal Pelvic Health Team website>>

A QR code for the pelvic floor self referral
Page last reviewed: 12 January 2026
Page created: 26 February 2024