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Would you Know What to Do if Your Baby or Child was Choking?
What do I do if my baby or child chokes? It’s a scary proposition for any parent or mum-to-be, particularly if you’re like most people and aren’t practised in first aid. Babies are especially known for putting objects in their mouths as it’s a key…
What is a Newborn Screening Test?
Most babies are born healthy and stay that way. There is a small percentage of infants who are born healthy and become sick with a metabolic disorder. Fortunately, in Australia, there is a screen for such disorders before they become obvious. Read on to learn…
COVID-19: Support for Pregnant Women and Their Families
It is not possible to ignore the COVID-19 pandemic. There is information, stress and uncertainty everywhere. Our Hatch clinicians and staff want to support all our pregnant women and their families during this time. We are making a few changes to keep us all as…
Important COVID-19 Update
As COVID-19 becomes more prevalent and community transmission increases, we are taking additional measures to help protect our patients and staff. As a consequence, we have implemented the following additional protective measures: We request that all patients who: have tested positive for COVID-19, have been in…
Exercise in Pregnancy: What Helps and What Could Hurt
Whether you were an exercise bunny before you got pregnant or you’re allergic to the gym, all pregnant women without complications are encouraged to keep up an active lifestyle throughout their pregnancy. (more…)
Advice for Support People in Birth
Attention support people… don’t underestimate your importance during the birthing journey (however she chooses to birth). This time in a woman’s life whether it is her first or third baby, is a whirlpool of emotion, reflection, anticipation, anxiety, belief and yearning. Assuming the role…
What to Expect in the First 48 Hours After Having a Baby
First time parents spend the months of pregnancy planning and focusing on the day they meet their new bundle of joy. Now that cute little person is safely in your arms what happens in the first hours and days after? (more…)
Don’t Fear Early Labour
Don’t fear early labour… it can set the tone for the rest of the childbirth experience. Read on to find out what you need to know about the early stage of labour, so that you can feel more comfortable knowing what to expect and when…
The Benefits of Parents Groups
While it’s an exciting and precious time in a new parent’s life to welcome a baby, it’s the “what-happens-next” part that can be so daunting. This is especially the case with first-time parents, and if you’re in this category, please remember that you’re not alone.…Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM)
Gestational diabetes (GDM) is one of the most common medical complications of pregnancy. Characterised by glucose intolerance of varying severity, GDM develops or is first recognised mostly in the second or third trimesters (Nankervis & Conn 2013). GDM is largely determined by genetics and by…
Private Pregnancy Costs Explained
With private health insurance and the cost of living constantly increasing, many families are concerned with the expense of having a baby. For some families, even those who have private health insurance, the cost for private obstetrician care is given careful consideration. Hatch Private…