by Gold Coast Private Maternity Manager Judy Ross | Sep 1, 2019 | Blog
We all know those movie scenes where glamorous actors and actresses are dressed in overalls happily paint the nursery in preparation for their baby. While we don’t all feel so happy surrounded by paint fumes in our dungarees at 34 weeks pregnant, choosing the...
by Gold Coast Private Dietitian Fiona Brown | Aug 1, 2019 | Blog
Healthy eating during all stages of life is important, especially during pregnancy. The choices you make regarding what to eat and drink at this time can affect your health and the health of your baby. Whilst you are “eating for two”, there is only a small increase in...
by Gold Coast Private Senior Social Worker Tracie Roozendaal | Jul 1, 2019 | Blog
Most people know that depression and anxiety can affect new mothers but it is important to remember that fathers and partners are also at risk. Beyond Blue reports that five per cent of fathers develop depression in the year after the baby’s birth, and anxiety is...
by Gold Coast Private Maternity Manager Judy Ross | Jun 1, 2019 | Blog
For many parents, our pet is our first baby, and bringing our new baby home is akin to bringing a sibling home. Will your pet be jealous of all the attention? Will you inadvertently neglect your pet with the arrival of the new baby? Will they get along? The good...
by Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Dr Donald Angstetra | May 1, 2019 | Blog
Studies show that 50 per cent of pregnant women do not have enough iron in their body. The iron demands during pregnancy and breast feeding are particularly evident due to the expanded red blood cell volume, demands of the developing baby and placenta and blood loss...
by Gold Coast Private Maternity Manager Judy Ross | Apr 1, 2019 | Blog
While for many women breastfeeding is an enjoyable and even wondrous time, some mothers may experience bumps along the way. One of the most common issues that can occur is a ‘plugged duct’. A clogged duct can occur at any time during your breastfeeding...