What is happening? During this period the baby increasingly matures as well as gains weight. At 34 weeks of pregnancy, the baby weighs around 2 kilograms and their chances of survival are very good. The lungs are much more mature and able to cope with life outside the uterus. The baby’s fingernails have now
by Hannah Dahlen What is chicken pox? Chicken pox is a very contagious illness caused by a virus called herpes zoster (also known as Varicella-Zoster virus). Over 90% of the population will have had chickenpox by the age of 15, making it a common childhood illness. What are the symptoms? Chickenpox begins with a
If you are eligible for the Paid Parental Leave scheme, it is important that you discuss your leave intentions with your employer. You will want to ensure a smooth transition from work to receiving the Government’s Parental Leave Pay. Therefore, it is vital that you clearly discuss your plans with you employer. Here are
Any pregnancy that occurs outside of the uterus is called an ectopic pregnancy. The most common site for an ectopic pregnancy is in one of the fallopian tubes that lead from the ovary to the uterus. During conception, the sperm will fertilize the woman’s ovum (female egg) in the narrow fallopian tube. This fertilised
This is an article about having anaemia during pregnancy. Mary was dragging herself around. It was her fourth pregnancy in six years and she was clearly a busy woman. She dismissed her tiredness as part of the reality of having three young children to care for whilst growing a baby. When she came to
“He who sees things grow from the beginning will have the finest view of them” Aristotle 384-322 BC From the chaotic stampede of sperm towards the gently rolling ovum to the amazing growth, development and birth of a tiny, yet perfect human, we indeed witness an awesome miracle. Life begins as the union of
by Stephanie Azri Stephanie recounts her story as a mother expecting a child with a fatal condition (Potter's Syndrome). Stephanie shares her journey to help other families in similar situations and offers them practical support. Talina’s story My husband and I had decided to have another baby with the other two we had. This
Does eating fish during pregnancy healthy for you and your baby? Fish is a highly nutritious food and an excellent source of protein, vitamins and minerals such as Vitamin D, Iodine and omega-3 fatty acids. All these nutrients provide important health benefits to you and your baby when you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Omega
Getting pregnant was the easy part – now what? Who do you see? Where do you go for your care? How do you find out what is available out there and most important of all, what is the best form of care for you? Joanne said trying to find out where to go and
There have been reports in the media recently linking a lack of Iodine in pregnant and breastfeeding women’s diets to intellectual problems in their children. Several studies have shown a re-emergence of mild to moderate Iodine deficiency in school children, healthy adults and pregnant women. This was identified in Tasmania, Victoria, New South Wales
