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Home > Hospitals and locations > Royal Victoria Infirmary > Wards and clinics > Ward 34

Ward 34

Ward 34 is our new transitional care ward.

Ward 34 has:

  • 6 Beds 5 cubicles/flats 3 with en suite shared with NICU

You will be cared for on this ward after giving birth on delivery suite if:

  • Your baby is born between 34+0 and 36+6 weeks
  • Your baby weighs >1800g and <2000g
  • Your baby requires intravenous antibiotics but is otherwise well.
  • Your baby requires feeding via a NG tube

You may also be re-admitted from home if:

  • Your baby has lost >14% of their birth weight
  • Your baby requires oral medication
  • Your baby needs support with their blood sugars 

Visiting

Visiting hours for ward 34 are:

8am – 8pm

Birthing partners, siblings plus two other visitor during this time.

Page published: 24/06/2024

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