Birth, Baby & Beyond

Did you know that 1 in 6 pregnancies end in miscarriage? In this episode Midwife Cath unpacks this devastating but common experience with Obstetrician Dr Stephen Cole. He explains some of the factors that contribute to recurrent miscarriages, and the tools available to help women impacted. Dr Stephen Cole also discusses some amazing innovations in his field, including maternal-assisted caesareans and fetal surgery.

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Midwife Cath chats to one of Australia's leading IVF and fertility expert Dr David Wilkinson. They discuss the reasons why people might struggle to fall pregnant naturally and what fertility solutions are available to them if they are struggling. 

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In part two of Birth Baby and Beyond's special sleep series, Midwife Cath answers all your questions on sleep. Questions like: 'Why can't my baby self-settle?' and 'Why has my four-month-old suddenly stopped sleeping?' If you are a new parent desperate for a good night's sleep and you have LOTS of questions, this episode is for you. 

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In part one of Birth Baby and Beyond's special sleep series, Midwife Cath shares her guide to all things sleep-related for your baby. From the first night home with a newborn, to her effective Bath Bottle and Bed routine, to her proven formula for starting passive-settling with your baby. If you're the parent of a young baby and you're desperate for a good night's sleep, then you've come to the right place.

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Taking baby home is so exciting and there is so much to adjust to in the first six weeks which is why its crucial to have great communication between partners.  Brooke raises with midwife Cath the story of Phil.  Phil is not sure what he is doing wrong.  Can Cath help? 

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Can you reduce the risk of tearing in labour? What is an episiotomy and when is it used? Cath answers your questions.

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What are your options to manage pain during labour? Your questions answered.

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How different is a contraction in labour from Braxton Hicks? Your questions on contractions answered.

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If your waters break does this mean labour has initiated? Listener questions answered on waters breaking!

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Becoming a parent is an exciting time, as well as a time filled with uncertainty and anxiety.  In recent weeks the challenges of becoming and being a parent have been compounded by COVID-19.  Midwife Cath discusses with Brooke Carrigan the impacts to; new mothers, mothers and parent groups, support networks and seeks to remind us that despite the challenges, there has never been a better time in history to have and raise our families.