In this episode, Dr Hannah Rosa looks in detail at the maternal side of the postnatal 6-week check. NICE’s quality standard on postnatal care is explored and topics, such as contraception after childbirth, are delved into in further detail. Thereafter, there is an exploration of conditions that can arise during or after pregnancy which require management postpartum, such as gestational diabetes, hypertensive disorders in pregnancy and postpartum thyroiditis.

Access episode show notes containing key references and take-home points at: https://gpnotebook.com/en-GB/podcasts/obstetrics/ep-69-postnatal-care-the-maternal-6-week-check.

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