By now, you may have adopted the pregnancy waddle! It happens to many women at the end of pregnancy, as your baby sinks lower into your pelvis and makes it harder to walk. While it can be all too tempting to confine yourself to the couch at this stage, taking gentle walks is excellent
Your baby is now considered full-term! Of course, this doesn’t mean they will arrive any day soon. It merely means your baby has reached full development inside your uterus. They spend the next few weeks laying down fat before they come out to meet the world. These fat stores help your baby’s body grow
Although you know it’s still early, a small part of you may be excited and hoping your little one makes an early appearance. Feeling impatient is common and is a mix of being ready to hold your little one in your arms and maybe a little of wanting your body back. But, don’t worry,
Approximately five weeks to go until you have your little one in your arms. If you haven’t already, now is a great chance to start washing those baby clothes for their arrival. Wash them in gentle laundry detergent and hang them out to dry, as ultraviolet light from the sun can help kill bacteria
Women's and Children's Hospital is located at 72 King William Rd, North Adelaide, SA 5006. During your pregnancy, you have several options regarding the type of pregnancy care you receive. They have a midwives clinic for public patients, where you will see the same midwife for most visits if you attend. A different
Crystal Brook and District Hospital is located at Edmund Terrace, Crystal Brook SA 5523. A birthing suite is available at this facility. A shared care arrangement with General Practitioners and community midwives assists women with care and treatment before, during and after childbirth. Childbirth and parenting classes are conducted by the hospital as
Now, as you approach the end of your pregnancy, you will find it harder to walk around! If you haven't started maternity leave yet, make sure you still slow down. As your baby continues to grow, they place more demands on your body, so you need to rest and make sure you look after
Ashford Hospital is located at 55 Anzac Hwy, Ashford, SA 5035. The hospital's maternity service is well equipped, with the highest level of private critical care and neonatal care available for mother and baby in South Australia. Their labour suites are fitted with state-of-the-art technology, including a fetal monitoring system, ensuite, television, telephone
Southern Fleurieu Health Service is located at Harbour View Terrace, Victor Harbor SA 5211. They have birthing suites available in the hospital. PBB relies on our readers to let us know if information on this page needs updating. Please fill in the form at the bottom of the page if
Riverland General Hospital is located at 10 Maddern Ave, Berri SA 5343. Birthing suites are available in the hospital, and they have a community clinic that assists women with care and treatment before, during and after childbirth. PBB relies on our readers to let us know if information on this
