What is Placenta Previa?
Placenta Previa: What It Means for Your Pregnancy Placenta previa is a pregnancy complication that is identified on ultrasound, and while it can sound alarming, understanding what it means helps you feel prepared and informed. What Is Placenta Previa? The placenta is the organ that provides your baby with oxygen and nutrients throughout pregnancy. Normally, […]
Menopause and Hormone Replacement Therapy
Menopause and Hormone Replacement Therapy: Separating Fact from Fiction Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is one of the most discussed (and most misunderstood) topics in women’s health. For many women navigating menopause, it can be genuinely life-changing. Yet misconceptions continue to prevent women from accessing treatment that may significantly improve their quality of life. What Is […]
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding: When Is It Something to Investigate?
Abnormal Uterine Bleeding: When Is It Something to Investigate? Many women experience changes to their menstrual cycle at some point in their lives and wonder whether what they’re experiencing is normal. Abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) is one of the most common reasons women see a gynaecologist… and one of the most important not to ignore. […]
Mental Health in Pregnancy — Recognising Antenatal Anxiety and Depression
Mental Health in Pregnancy: Recognising Antenatal Anxiety and Depression When we talk about mental health and pregnancy, the conversation often focuses on the postnatal period. But anxiety and depression during pregnancy (known as antenatal anxiety and depression) are just as common and equally important to address. How Common Is It? Antenatal anxiety and depression affect […]
Understanding the Glucose Challenge Test in Pregnancy
If you’re pregnant, you will likely be recommended a screening test for gestational diabetes between 24 and 28 weeks. The most common tool used in Australia is the Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT). There is a lot of misinformation and misrepresentation of this test, so it is important to know what to expect, to make […]
Endometriosis: What Every Woman Should Know
Endometriosis affects approximately 1 in 9 Australian women of reproductive age, yet it remains one of the most underdiagnosed conditions in gynaecology. On average, women wait 6-8 years before receiving a correct diagnosis. Understanding the signs early can make a significant difference to your quality of life and fertility. What Is Endometriosis? Endometriosis occurs when […]
Choosing the Right Obstetrician
Choosing an obstetrician is one of the most important decisions you will make during pregnancy. In Sydney, expectant mothers have access to a range of maternity care options, but finding the right specialist can feel overwhelming. Here is what to consider when making your choice. Qualifications and Experience Your obstetrician should be a Fellow of […]
