Braine-l'Alleud - Waterloo Maternity Ward

Welcome to the Braine l'Alleud-Waterloo Maternity Hospital !

At the Braine l'Alleud-Waterloo Maternity Hospital, we are committed to providing you with personalized support throughout your pregnancy, childbirth and first moments with your baby. Our team of gynecologists, midwives and anesthetists will be there to support and guide you in a warm and reassuring atmosphere. We make a point of respecting your choices while guaranteeing the best care for you and your baby.

Les mères-veillent

Bienvenue dans notre nouvelle maternité

Votre arrivée en salle de naissance

New: Snappies washable nappies

From today, parents staying in our maternity wards can try out Snappies washable nappies: an eco-friendly, healthy and cost-effective alternative to disposable nappies, which you can discover whilst you’re in the maternity ward.

Just as simple and practical to use as a standard disposable nappy, Snappies nappies offer numerous benefits:

Eco-friendly and cost-effective. Less waste for the planet, and a sustainable solution that remains cost-effective in the long term.
Soft and healthy. A very soft fabric, free from endocrine disruptors, designed to be gentle on your baby’s delicate skin.
Convenient and hygienic. They are used in exactly the same way as disposable nappies and are washed according to strict hygiene protocols, giving you complete peace of mind.

How can you make the most of them?

Washable nappies are available for a daily fee during your stay in the maternity ward.

It couldn’t be simpler: just speak to your midwife; she’ll be delighted to help you get started.

Fancy continuing the adventure at home?

Childbirth preparation classes

The aim of these meetings is to:

Get to know our maternity unit.
Gain a better understanding of our approach to providing medical and psychological support throughout pregnancy, childbirth and your stay in the maternity unit.
Provide you with information about the various techniques available.

Our Service

These meetings aim to:

Get to know our maternity ward,
Better understand the approach we take towards the medical and psychological support during pregnancy, childbirth, and the maternity stay,
Inform you about the different available techniques.

Registration for Preparation Meetings

Future Parents Welcome :

7:00 PM
Location: Building F - 1st floor
Tuesday, October 15, 2024

Breastfeeding :

6:30 PM
Location: Building F - 1st floor
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Tuesday, November 5, 2024

Body & Birth :

6:30 PM
Location: Rue Wayez 54 - 1420 Braine-l'Alleud (Kiné Bien-Être Center)
Thursday, October 3, 2024
Monday, November 4, 2024

Journey through the Trimesters of Pregnancy (ONE) :

7:00 PM
Location: Rue du Paradis 5 - 1420 Braine-l'Alleud
Thursday, November 28, 2024

The breastfeeding session is led by a midwife.

During this session, various topics will be covered, such as the benefits of breast milk, the physiology of breastfeeding, factors that help establish breastfeeding, feeding patterns, possible difficulties and ways to prevent or overcome them, and so on.

The session begins at 6.30 pm on the first floor of Building F (Madeleine Bres Room). Parking is available on Rue de la Goëtte (the former municipal car park).

To register, click here (please note that this session is held in French only).

Did you know that certain everyday substances can disrupt our hormonal balance?

Come and find out how to identify and avoid them to look after your health!

An interactive workshop led by our experts, open to everyone.

To register, click here.

(Please note: this session is held in French only)

The ‘Body & Birth’ sessions, offered by the Braine-l’Alleud maternity unit, are led by a physiotherapist from the Kiné Bien-Être team.

You’ll be able to discuss the different types of antenatal classes, which one to choose, what the team offers, how the childcare service is organised, and so on.

The sessions start at 6.30 pm at 54 Rue Wayez (opposite the hospital).

To register, click here. (Please note that these sessions are held in French only)

Understand your baby’s rhythms, recognise the signs of tiredness, and interpret their cries, whilst respecting their needs and development.
Learn the basics of your baby’s sleep hygiene and healthy habits to help them wind down and fall asleep safely.

Information and registration: click here. (Please note that this information session is held in French only)

Find out more about our various services

About to become parents? Are you in the final stages of your pregnancy and have some questions?

A professional from the ONE can now meet with you to:

discuss your future baby’s needs and their place within the family
provide information on your stay in the maternity ward and your return home after giving birth
go through the administrative procedures
show you your child’s health record
promote the services offered by the ONE and provide information on consultations and activities near you.

Information and appointments:

Gynaecology Reception: 02/434.94.39

During this consultation with a midwife, you will be able to ask as many questions as you like.

Here are some of the topics covered:

The midwife’s role before, during and after your delivery
The different types of antenatal classes, and your breastfeeding options
How the maternity ward works (when to arrive, length of stay, visiting hours, etc.)

You will also receive information about the information sessions, as well as various useful documents for your stay in the maternity ward.