Facilities for parents

There is a parent’s sitting room and kitchen available with a microwave and tea and coffee making facilities. A fridge is also available to store food and juice. Please date and label all items.

The main hospital has a coffee shop at the entrance serving sandwiches, paninis etc. There is also a newsagents and vending machines. Additionally a restaurant is located at the back of the main hospital serving hot food (please note this closes at 2pm)

Parent accommodation and expenses

For parents who live large distances from the hospital we have limited access to accommodation within the surrounding area. If you feel that you may need this please speak to the nurse looking after your baby and they will make arrangements for this.

Prior to your baby going home we may offer you the opportunity to room in with your baby in our rooming in room located within the neonatal unit. This is normally reserved for babies within 48 hours of discharge.

The Scottish Government Young Patient Family Fund also provide expenses for families who currently have a baby on a neonatal unit. More information can be found here. Paper copies of forms are also available in the neonatal unit - ask the clerkess.

For help with completing the required expenses forms please speak to the nurse in charge or the ward clerkess.

Last reviewed: 11/06/2024

Next review date: 11/06/2026

Approved By: PRM Neonatal Team

Facilities for parents

Parent accommodation and expenses

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