A podcast that redefines what it means to be informed in your pregnancy and birth.
This can seem like you are on an overwhelming journey. Breathe. Always come back to the breath. And read on. We are here to help.
[0.58] Elise asks about twin pregnancies and if it’s possible to lose one embryo and retain one embryo about three weeks later.
[2.42] Dr Pat talks about the lack of ultrasounds that Elise received and talks about what a heterotopic pregnancy is.
[4.22] Brigid and Dr Pat talk about why it is important to be as clear as possible with people experiencing first trimester pregnancy loss about what exactly is going on.
[5.10] Susanna asks about placental abruptions.
[6.53] Dr Pat explains the different ways placental abruptions are referred to and what can happen in a first trimester placental abruption.
[8.23] Dr Pat talks about some of the risk factors for placental abruptions later in pregnancy.
[11.27] Anonymous asks about needing an episiotomy.
[12.21] Dr Pat explains some of the situations where an episiotomy may be used.
[14.42] Dr Pat talks about some of the pain relief that can be used.
[16.11] Dr Pat talks about some of the questions that a woman can ask her OB about episiotomies.
[17.08] Deborah asks about what some things that she can do to make sure that she is as healthy as possible during her pregnancy.
[18.52] Dr Pat talks about some of the things that can be done and talks about the importance of getting in the best condition possible even before someone gets pregnant.
[21.08] Dr Pat talks about some of the additional things that are done in the pregnancy care for someone over 35.
We work and live on Wadawarrung land. We acknowledge the Elders, past present and emerging. We also acknowledge the rich birthing history of aboriginal women and the connection to country that this has been and always will be.
We have 15+ years of running a busy obstetric practice, helping more than 4000 babies to enter this big beautiful world. We live and breathe babies and we are here to help you become MAMA.