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Preparing for your caesarean section

Posted on: October 18, 2021 Last updated on: July 21, 2023 Written by: Dr Peter England
  Preparing for your caesarean section birth is important. It helps you to understand what happens on the day and to include your own birth plans for you and your baby. Preparation also assists your support person to feel ready…
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COVID-19 Vaccine and Pregnancy

Posted on: October 11, 2021 Last updated on: August 29, 2022 Written by: Dr Peter England
Have you got questions about the COVID-19 Vaccine relating to pregnancy, conception and breastfeeding?
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Hot Weather and Pregnancy

Posted on: December 30, 2019 Last updated on: June 26, 2023 Written by: Dr Peter England
During an Australian summer, you are highly likely to have to deal with very hot weather and pregnancy. We have many extreme weather days where the temperature will get very hot. If you’re pregnant during the hot weather, you’ll need…
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Joy in Pregnancy

Posted on: December 9, 2019 Last updated on: July 13, 2020 Written by: Dr Peter England
Pregnancy should be a very joyful time. When you make the decision to start a family there is a quiet sense of anticipation for what lies ahead. First is the joy of a positive pregnancy test. Often referred to as…
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Antenatal Care

Posted on: December 9, 2019 Last updated on: January 29, 2020 Written by: Dr Peter England
Antenatal care is the term used to describe a health professional looking after you during your pregnancy. After finding out you’re pregnant your family doctor will provide a referral for your first appointment with an obstetrician, who will provide your…
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Recent Posts

What are the symptoms of gestational diabetes?

The top three symptoms of gestational diabetes are – Being tired – Feeling Thirsty – Needing to wee often These are signs of all forms of diabetes, including in pregnancy.  You may find that these three signs are also regular…
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Type 2 Diabetes and Pregnancy

If you are living with Type 2 Diabetes, your pregnancy and birth will need additional care to ensure both you and your baby are well looked after. Things to know about Type 2 diabetes and your pregnancy Firstly, it is…
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Genital Herpes in Pregnancy

Author: Dr Peter England OBGYN Genital Herpes in pregnancy is something to consider discussing with your doctor. Also called herpes simplex virus (or HSV) it is important to be aware of, and to understand during your pregnancy. If you don’t…
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Free Genetic Testing Before Your Pregnancy

AUTHOR: Obstetrician Dr Peter England Free Genetic Testing before your Pregnancy is now available for Australian patients. If you are considering a pregnancy, or in early pregnancy, Medicare now offers you the opportunity to complete a free genetic screening test.…
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What are the Reasons and Causes of Miscarriage

Author: Dr Peter England, Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Miscarriage is common. But, what causes a miscarriage? In this post I discuss a number of reasons miscarriage may occur. Remember, miscarriage or loss of early pregnancy is common.  Miscarriage occurs in: Most…
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