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healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/apnoea-of-prematurity
Apnoea of prematurity is a breathing pause that can occur in premature babies. This resource provides advice for parents on the management of apnoea of prematurity.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/iodine-and-pregnancy-video
If you are thinking about having a baby, or could become pregnant, you need to know about iodine supplements. In Australia and New Zealand there has recently been a re-emergence of iodine deficiency. Iodine is an essential mineral that we get from the food we eat. While dairy foods and seafood are good sources of iodine, the amount of iodine in our diet depends on how much iodine is in the soil. A diet low in iodine may lead to a number of health problems. Iodine is particularly important for pregnant and breastfeeding women, the developing baby in the womb, babies and young children.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/what-to-bring-to-hospital-when-having-a-baby
01 Dec 2019... This resource summarises what to bring to the hospital when having a baby. This is essential to ensure women are prepared in advance of what they need to organise so they and their partner or support person feel prepared and that their hospital stay is as comfortable as possible with all they need.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/possible-health-effects-of-ivf-in-vitro-fertilisation-and-icsi-intracytoplasmic-sperm
01 May 2021... This fact sheet explains the possible health effects of IVF (in vitro fertilisation) and ICSI (intracytoplasmic sperm injection). Ask your doctor about the best options for you.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/perineal-tears-third-and-fourth-degree
01 Aug 2020... It is common for the perineum to tear during a vaginal birth. Most often a tear will simply need to be stitched and will heal well, others will need more attention and time to heal. This information gives advice about how to care for yourself after a third or fourth degree tear.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/fetal-growth-restriction-flyer
All pregnancies are different. Regardless of your size, what's most important is a healthy rate of growth for your baby.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/your-babys-movements-matter
If your baby’s movement pattern changes, it may be a sign that they are unwell. Around half of all women who had a stillbirth noticed their baby’s movements had slowed down or stopped. This resource explains how often your baby should move and what you should do if it changes.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/safer-baby-information-booklet
31 Oct 2023... This information booklet is about preventing stillbirth. Talking about ways to reduce the chance of stillbirth is a normal part of pregnancy care. The booklet includes information on 5 things you can do to help reduce your chance of stillbirth: Reducing your and your baby’s exposure to cigarette smoke Working together with your health professionals to check your baby’s growth Learning your baby’s movements and letting your health professionals know if your baby’s movements stop or slow down Sleeping on your side once you reach 28 weeks of pregnancy Talking with your midwife or doctor about the best timing for your baby’s birth
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/hepatitis-b-vaccination-for-your-newborn-baby-brochure
30 Sep 2021... This brochure has information on Hepatitis B in infants, the Hep B vaccine for newborn babies, treatment and further testing. It's important to make sure that vaccinations are given on time so that babies are protected early and not at risk of catching serious preventable diseases. Check the NSW Immunisation Schedule to find out when your baby’s next vaccination is due.
healthtranslations.vic.gov.au/resources/understanding-gestational-diabetes
This translated NDSS fact sheet provides information on gestational diabetes in women who are pregnant. It explains who is at risk, why and how to manage gestational diabetes and the importance of healthy eating and physical exercise and other pregnancy related information on gestational diabetes.
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