The Neonatal Network Northern Ireland leads on the provision of safe, high quality services for specialist neonatal care through good practice and the development of outcome-led services.
The engagement and participation of staff and families are central to the work of the Neonatal Network ensuring that their contribution to continuous service improvement is addressed through the network’s work plan.
Established in 2013, the Neonatal Network was set up in response to Department of Health recommendations for the development of a formalised network structure for Neonatal Services in Northern Ireland.
Neonatal Services are delivered at seven neonatal units located at Altnagelvin Area Hospital, South West Acute Hospital, Craigavon Area Hospital, Daisy Hill Hospital, Antrim Area Hospital, the Ulster Hospital and the Royal Maternity Hospital.
Neonatal Units
- Belfast Trust Neonatal Unit
- Southern Trust Neonatal Units
- Western Trust Neonatal Units
- South Eastern Trust Unit
- Northern Trust Neonatal Unit
Introduction to the Neonatal and Special Care Baby Unit Virtual Tours
Welcome to this series of virtual tours of the neonatal and special care baby units across Northern Ireland.
There are seven units in total, and depending on your baby’s gestation, medical needs, or cot availability, or where you live your baby may require care in more than one of these hospitals during their stay.
We understand that moving between units can be worrying, especially at an already emotional and stressful time.
These videos have been created to help reduce uncertainty and provide you with a clear sense of what to expect at each site.
Each tour includes helpful information such as:
- Where the unit is located
- Parking and how to enter the unit
- Facilities available for families, including places to rest, eat or prepare food
- Staff members you may meet and their roles
- Signposting to useful supports
The series also contains a dedicated chapter on the transfer process.
This includes an introduction to the specialist neonatal transport team, the transport incubator, and the ambulance used during transfers.
We hope these videos help you feel more prepared and reassured as you navigate your baby’s care journey.
If you have any questions after watching, please speak with any member of your baby’s care team—they are always here to support you.
BHSCT Neonatal Virtual Tour Belfast Trust Royal Jubilee Maternity Hospital
https://youtu.be/cSlSADq3qp8 Southern Trust Craigavon Hospital
https://youtu.be/iu8ORNaEbYU Southern Trust Daisy Hill Hospital
Neonatal Virtual Tour South Eastern Trust Ulster Hospital
Neonatal Virtual Tour, South West Acute Hospital Western Trust
Neonatal Virtual Tour, Altnagelvin Hospital Western Trust
Antrim Neonatal Unit | Videos & Movies on Vimeo Northern Trust