Hi
I am in very early stage of first pregnancy (1st scan tomorrow at just over 7w) and my GP's both NHS and my private one are pushing me to make a decision about hospitals. I find it odd as I don't want to jinx things and feel it is still very early but understand that I need to get into the system if NHS or if I go private I need to book a consultant as sometimes there is a 10 month waiting list - clearly some very organised MTB out there!!!
My query is what would you do? I have medical insurance which would cover me to do the whole thing privately and my Doctor (private) has recommended the Portland as by far the best option - but I am worried as I live in SW London and traipsing there constantly could be a real hassle and also it is not exactly close for the big day itself - I reckon it could take over an hour to get there at certain times of the day. My NHS GP is saying St Georges Tooting is where she would put me...I am not so sure about this as I have heard some bad things. My other alternative is C&W Kensington Wing or Thomas's Landsdell Suite although these are kind of semi-private I think?
What would anyone do in my situation....I am not sure it is worth going to the Portland just because it's free to me - bearing in mind the hassle - or is it so much better that it is worth it? This is what my Doctor says and asks why wouldn't you go private if finances aren't the issue? I suppose he has a point but I just wonder what people's experiences have been of my other options?
I am having first scan at Portland tomorrow and a tour at the weekend, and hopefully seeing C&W and Thomas on Saturday but you can't book - so that should give me some idea but any feedback would be ace!
Thank you in advance!
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WhiteMagnolia · 20/02/2013 10:21
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