Both my girls were poorly and one particularly so. We arrived after calling 111 and were seen quite promptly. The whole team were just phenomenal. They all came to my kids’ level, engaged with them, took the time to communicate with us and gave us brilliant medical expertise. We are so fortunate to have the NHS. A huge thank you to the team at Bristol Children’s Hospital, you are amazing.

Shortly after my son was born it was noticed that his testicles were firmer than expected. After a few different professional opinions and an ultrasound, it was found that he had testicular torsion and one of his testicles had died. As there was hope of saving the second testicle he was blue lighted down to Bristol childrens hospital where he went straight into surgery. Unfortunately we werent able to travel with him. It was incredibly scary leaving out brand new baby with strangers and knowing that he was in surgery despite only being a few hours old. The surgery went as expected and they werent able to save the second testicle. He then spent 2 nights in intensive care where he had a feeding tube and was oxygen as a result of the surgery. By Tuesday we were transferred back to Musgrove which meant we were closer to home. He still needed oxygen and stayed in hospital for a further 4 days before returning home fit and healthy.