What Are The Stages of Labour And How Long Does Labour Last?
The length of labour varies from woman to woman and in each pregnancy. For first-time births, labour usually lasts 12-24 hours (Mater Hospital, 2017) and subsequent births are usually quicker. …
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Am I In Labour? 5 Signs Or Symptoms That Labour Is Near And Your Baby Is Coming Soon
You may not have noticed but throughout your pregnancy your body has undergone many changes to prepare you for labour and birth. Looking out for any sign or symptom that…
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10 Pregnancy Must Haves And Essentials You Need
Maternity or pregnancy items can be expensive and you may not want to spend money on items that you’ll only need for a short period of time. Here is a…
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What Is The ‘Yellow Card’ And What Does It Tell You About Your Pregnancy
The ‘Yellow Card’ or Antenatal Record is a health record of a pregnancy given to all pregnant women in NSW, usually filled in by a doctor, obstetrician and/or midwife. It’s…
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Top 5 Tests Recommended On A Pregnancy Antenatal Schedule
There are many tests offered during different stages of pregnancy. Your doctor, midwife or obstetrician will talk about these tests during your antenatal appointments 1. Nuchal translucency scan or Non-Invasive…
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Costs Of Pregnancy And Birth In A Private Hospital
We’re fortunate to have a high-class public health system in Australia. But for various reasons many women decide to give birth in a private hospital. Some women prefer being able…
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10 Routine Checks And Tests During Your First Antenatal Appointment
Your first antenatal (sometimes called prenatal) appointment with a doctor, obstetrician or midwife is usually when you are 6-8 weeks pregnant. It’s important to see a doctor in early pregnancy…
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How Ovulation Tests Work And How They Can Help You Conceive Quickly
Ovulation tests (aka ovulation predictor kits) are available from pharmacies and some supermarkets, without a prescription. They use urine or saliva to test the level of luteinising hormone (LH) and/or…
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3 Vaccinations To Get Before Trying To Conceive
Pregnancy can cause your immune system to be weaker than normal. These changes can make you more prone to getting some infections or can make symptoms more severe if you…
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Why You Should Get The Flu Shot If You’re Pregnant
The flu (known as influenza) is an infectious virus that can cause serious problems when you’re pregnant. Pregnancy can lower the immune system so pregnant women can be more prone…
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