Pregnancy

Pregnancy

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

Private hospital costs for pregnancy and birth

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

Antenatal blood tests during early pregnancy

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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