RCM Norwich Branch

15/08/2026

Wow.. wow... wow...The first 20 spaces have SOLD OUT!

BUT we have just managed to secure a further 5 places!!

so if you want a space on our upcoming study day please get in contact ASAP

Thank you to everyone that has emailed & booked onto the day! Don't forget your spot isn't secure until payment has been received!

13/08/2026

🌿 STUDY DAY | 16 OCTOBER 2026 🌿

Exploring Biomechanics, Peanut Ball, Positioning & Aromatherapy

Join the Norwich RCM Union Branch for a practical and inspiring study day exploring movement, positioning, biomechanics, wellbeing and complementary approaches within maternity care.

👩‍⚕️ Sessions provided by Wendy Proctor – Midwife

✨ What will we explore?

🥜 Peanut Ball – 3-hour session
Explore the evidence and practical application of peanut balls, including positioning, pelvic movement, maternal comfort and use alongside epidural analgesia.

🌿 Aromatherapy – 1-hour session
Explore aromatherapy as a complementary approach to wellbeing and comfort, including current evidence, essential oil safety, contraindications and appropriate use.

🦴 Biomechanics – 3-hour session
Explore the biomechanics of movement and positioning, maternal posture, fetal position and how these principles can be applied confidently in clinical practice.

📚 The day will provide an opportunity to explore evidence, develop practical skills and consider how movement, positioning and complementary approaches can be incorporated into individualised care and informed decision-making for women and their birth choices.

💜 A chance to learn, connect and develop with others outside of work to share knowledge and build confidence in practical skills.

📅 Friday 16 October 2026
⏰ 10.30am – 5.00pm
📍 Norwich - Venue TBC
🎟️ Only 20 places available

💷 £70 non-RCM members | £60 RCM members
☕ Food & drink provided
📜 Certificate of attendance included

Open to midwives, student midwives, obstetricians and other maternity professionals.

📧 To book your place, please email both:
[email protected]
[email protected]

Please use the email title: Study Day 16.10.26

We look forward to your joining us!

08/06/2026

What did your working week look like last week?

Did you finish on time? Get your breaks? Feel there were enough staff on shift?

Our new flash survey asks about your experiences during the week of 1-7 June.

It's quick to complete, and the results will help us amplify members' voices and push for improvements to working lives across maternity services.

➡️ Take the survey: https://forms.office.com/e/sy0yLtT2V2

05/05/2026

Happy International Day of the Midwife 🎉🫶

Today we celebrate IDM 2026 and it's theme One Million More Midwives..

One Million More Midwives , is both a celebration and a call to action. It recognises the incredible impact midwives already have - saving lives, improving experiences of care and strengthening communities, whilst highlighting the urgent need to invest in many more!!

The reel below shares one word from members of our multi-disciplinary team about what midwifery is... its real & honest. (Best Played with sound).

Today, we celebrate everything midwives are. To every midwife — thank you. We see you, we hear you and we value the difference you make every day.

Thank you to those who had their word & picture captured & sorry I wasn't able to capture more!

17/03/2026

Pass this out for all NHS workers

3.3% is not enough and we are encouraging everyone to sign the NHS Unions open letter calling on further action, a need to rebuild trust and for midwives to be paid fairly for all that they do.

Please sign the letter and share to everyone in your networks, NHS staff or not - we all want the NHS to succeed. https://action.nhspay.org/page/187023/petition/1

07/02/2026

✨ INVITATION to the RCM Norwich Branch Annual General Meeting ✨

Thursday 19th March @ 19:30 to 21.30pm
Bob Champion Building - room 10.

There will be FREE Pizza 🍕 & Drinks 🍹☕️ & a Raffle!!

One of the RCM’s most important roles is to campaign on your behalf, from pay to practice, estates to education. Please RSVP and take this opportunity to discuss any hot topics specific to you right now. 💜❤️🧡

ALL members welcome to join us for drinks and food including those on long days!

We would love to see you all!!

If you have any questions or dietary needs please feel free to contact us beforehand

11/08/2025

The Royal College of Midwives (RCM) has welcomed news that funding has been unlocked to get newly- qualified midwives into their first job. Following today’s announcement by the Secretary of State for Health & Social Care, Wes Streeting, NHS England will make ‘top up’ funding available to NHS Trusts to enable them to take on those who have just graduated.

Head to our website to read more about today's announcement. https://buff.ly/EaBJNLF

08/08/2025

Shh we know it's early to be talking Christmas but book now & join us for some holly-jolly wreath making on Sunday 30th November at the Oaklands Norwich. 2 sessions available.

Everyone welcome so secure your spot early, get that date in the diary!

Wreath Making by Lolly Rose Co.

Contact Sam & Jamie to book now! Limited Space.

30/05/2025

Join us on Tuesday (3 June) for an NHS pension scheme update for RCM members. This is a free, online event hosted by Quilter. Book your ticket now to learn how your pension works, when you can take it and to work out how much you can expect to receive. https://buff.ly/mXMbPMQ

10/03/2025

The Royal College of Midwives has welcomed an announcement from the Department of Health and Social Care that thousands of frontline NHS staff in England will benefit from a free rehabilitation programme. Nuffield Health’s Joint Pain Programme, being rolled out in partnership with the Government, ...