We recognise that each child is an individual and that each family has different circumstances.

We would encourage one parent to stay with their child although we do understand that, due to other family commitments, this is not always possible. 

The ideal person to stay overnight with a child is his/her parent or guardian.

 Overview :

  • Only one parent is permitted to stay with the child.
  • You will be offered a camp bed or a reclining chair to sleep in.
  • Shower/bathroom facilities for parents are available in most wards.
  • The nursing staff will confirm permitted visitors and the guardian identified to stay overnight.
  • Every effort will be made to ensure your stay in the ward is as comfortable as possible.
  • If your child is restless during the night, you may be wakened to provide reassurance.
  • The ward can be a noisy and busy place even at night. We would ask that you are thoughtful and considerate to the staff working through the night and other patients and parents who are trying to sleep.