by Gold Coast Private Hospital | Jul 1, 2020 | Blog
As exciting as it is, pregnancy can sometimes feel like you’re in a never-ending loop of tests, scans, appointments and needles. Here’s what’s offered during your first trimester. It’s always a good idea to talk to your care provider about your...
by Gold Coast Private Hospital | Jun 1, 2020 | Blog
The simple answer is: yes. We often get asked by expectant mothers if it is safe to receive the influenza immunisation and, with concerns particularly high during the global pandemic and the flu season just around the corner, the question is coming up more frequently....
by Gold Coast Private Senior Social Worker Tracie Roozendaal | May 1, 2020 | Blog
Having a baby is likely to be one of the most exciting and challenging experiences of your life, filled with emotions spanning the spectrum of joy, exhilaration and wonder, through to times of stress, uncertainty and anxiety. As a woman, it can feel like everything is...
by Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Dr Tina Fleming | Apr 1, 2020 | Blog
If you are considering IVF, you have no doubt heard that new fertility treatment has been put on hold as the Covid-19 situation continues to evolve in Australia. Grace Private gynaecologist and obstetrician, Dr Tina Fleming, breaks down the news and what it means for...
by Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Dr Donald Angstetra | Feb 1, 2020 | Blog
It is important to keep track of your weight during pregnancy for your and your baby’s health. You should balance your nutritional needs with healthy weight gain and eating to appetite. Women who do not gain enough weight may increase risk of preterm birth or small...