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09/10/2026

09/10/2026

THE MY MATERNITY VOICE CARD IS HERE!

Your voice matters in maternity care.

Today, NOOR is proud to launch the My Maternity Voice Card - a practical resource designed to help women feel informed, confident and heard throughout pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period.

This resource has been shaped by women’s lived experiences and the conversations, listening and learning that sit at the heart of NOOR. Women have told us how important it is to feel listened to, understood, respected and involved in decisions about their care and those experiences have helped shape a resource that women can actually use during their maternity journey.

Sometimes you have a question but don't know how to ask it.
Sometimes you don't fully understand what you've been told.
Sometimes you need more time to think.
Sometimes you want someone you trust to support you.
& Sometimes you simply need to know that your voice has a place in decisions about your care.

The My Maternity Voice Card helps women to:
💬 Ask questions
🤝 Discuss their options with someone they trust
🗣️ Express their wishes, needs and preferences
📖 Ask for information to be explained differently or provided in writing
🌿 Take time to think before making a decision
🌸 Speak up if they have concerns about their care

It also includes a Support, Information & Resources section, connecting women and families with trusted information, emotional wellbeing support and services.

Because access matters, the card is available in 5 languages:
English
Arabic
Urdu
Bangla
Somali

This card is a practical tool to help women use their voice, understand their choices and feel more confident navigating maternity care.

Created through the work of NOOR, delivered by , with learning and resources supporting women through and .org

Your experience matters.
Your understanding matters.
Your voice matters.

🌸 NOOR LISTENS

05/10/2026

WE’RE LAUNCHING THE MY MATERNITY VOICE CARD AND WE’RE COMING TO YOU!

On Friday 9 October, 10am-12pm, our team will be across Birmingham and Solihull launching our new My Maternity Voice Card.

You’ll find us at:
📍 Heartlands Hospital
Main corridor - central section by the dolphins

📍 Midland Metropolitan University Hospital
Maternity Clinic

📍 Birmingham Women’s Hospital
Reception Hall / Main Lobby

📍 Aston Pride Community Health Centre
Reception of the Maternity Clinic

Come along to meet the team, find out about the new resource, pick up a copy and share your feedback with us.

Whether you’re a woman who has experienced maternity care, a parent, a family member, a professional or someone supporting women and families, we’d love to see you.

This resource is about helping women feel:
SEEN, HEARD & UNDERSTOOD.

🌸 Friday 9 October | 10am-12pm
📍 Four locations
💜 One shared aim - helping women have their voices heard

We hope to see you there!

05/10/2026

💙 ACTIVE PARENTING: BUILDING CONNECTIONS AND POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPS WITH YOUR CHILDREN 💙

Join us for the second workshop of Dad’s Wellbeing Matters.

📅 Thursday 15th October
⏰ 8pm to 9.30pm
💻 Online workshop
🎙️ Hosted by Sheikh Saeed Nasser

A chance for dads to explore active parenting, building connections and positive relationships with their children.

📲 Ready to join? Click this link to register: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/7Ydq0besp9

05/10/2026

Some conversations we don’t always get the chance to have… but really need.

Whether it’s understanding your body, planning for the future, or just having a safe space to ask questions, this space is for you.

Join us for a relaxed coffee morning where we’ll be talking openly about women’s health, including:

✨ Planning for a healthy pregnancy
✨ Contraception options
✨ The impact of smoking on you and your children

No pressure. No judgement. Just real conversations, support, and connection ☕

👉 FOR MORE INFO, PLEASE CONTACT 07873432125

Bring a friend, sometimes that first step feels easier together 💬

02/10/2026

Ever wondered what happens at our 0–3 Parenting Programme?

Here’s a little look at what you can expect : from learning about your child’s development and relationships, to sharing experiences, taking part in practical activities and connecting with other parents.

Our sessions are relaxed, welcoming and judgement-free, giving you space to learn, ask questions and explore the ups and downs of parenting with others. 🤍

🌱 0–3 Parenting Programme

📅 Starting Wednesday 7th October
⏰ 10am–12noon
📍 Dyson Gardens Children’s Centre
Highfield Road, B8 3QF

Whether you're expecting a baby or parenting a little one up to age 3, you're welcome to join us.

Register now : https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/LAg6fya8t3

📲 Know a parent who might benefit? Share this post with them.

Come along, learn, connect and grow together.

02/10/2026

Something new is coming…

What if, during your maternity journey, you had something practical you could turn to when you wanted to ask a question, understand your options, communicate what matters to you or simply take a little more time to think?

That’s the idea behind our new My Maternity Voice Card.

Designed to help women feel informed, confident and heard throughout pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period, it’s something you can keep with you and use when you need it.

We’ve been working on this resource for some time and we’re very excited to finally be bringing it into the hands of women, families and professionals.

🌸 Launching Friday 9 October!

Over the next few days, we’ll be sharing where you can meet the team, find out more and be the first to get your hands on this amazing new resource.

Your experience matters.
Your understanding matters.
Your voice matters.

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30/09/2026

🌿 Looking After Your Mental Well-being 💜

Your mental health matters. Understanding the signs and symptoms of different mental health conditions can help us recognise when we or someone we care about may need support.

Join us for a friendly and supportive session where we’ll explore mental well-being and learn more together. 💬✨

📅 Sunday, 4th October
⏰ 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
📍 Pashtoon Community Centre for Women, 217 to 219 Cherrywood Road, B9 4XD

🎟️ Register now via this link: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/3r8JFPmTJk

Come along, learn, connect and take some time to look after YOU. 💜🌸

30/09/2026

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