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Am I allowed to decline HV visit?

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beanpip · 06/05/2009 12:27

Sorry if this has already been discussed here - I searched but couldn't find anything...

We just moved to a new area and the HV just phoned to make an appointment to come and see us. I had been waiting anxiously for this call since I enrolled at our new GP as I have had terrible experiences with HVs. Anyway, I said in a very nice way "I actually haven't seen a health visitor in over a year so it's probably not necessary. But thanks very much anyway". She sounded really taken aback and asked me lots of questions about the boys (aged 3 and 4.5) and I answered them all politely. She seemed OK about it though and it was all very friendly.

Now I'm getting paranoid that she'll red-flag us - do you think its OK to decline their services?

Thanks for your help!

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rubyslippers · 06/05/2009 12:28

yes you can refuse

they are not compulsary

Weegiemum · 06/05/2009 12:34

One word : YES

They can come once after the midwives leave at 10 days - after that it is at your discretion. You NEVER need to see a HV again if you dont want to!

beanpip · 06/05/2009 12:53

Thank you so much rubyslippers and weegiemum - I really appreciate your reassurance!

They really make it seem like you don't have a choice sometimes!

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