Hear Barwon Health experts talk about keeping active during pregnancy and beyond.

Episode 4 explores mental and physical health during and after pregnancy and how this relates to keeping active. Guest host Sara Young talks with Perinatal and Infant Psychiatrist Dr Danmei Lin about:

• The importance of listening to your body and staying physically active
• Common physical and mental health challenges parents may experience, and   
• Tips on when and how to get help

Whether you are pregnant, have recently had a baby, are a parent or work with pregnant and post-natal parents, this podcast is for you!

We love feedback! Please fill in the listener survey: https://redcap.link/HealthyYouHealthyBaby

Barwon Health recognises and celebrates the rich diversity of gender identities within our community.  We understand that pregnancy and parenthood look different for everyone.  Our aim is to provide inclusive and empowering content that supports you to stay active and healthy during this transformative time.

Links to helpful services and information:

PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia): https://panda.org.au/

Mental Health during pregnancy (Barwon Health): https://www.barwonhealth.org.au/maternity-services/pregnancy/wellbeing-in-pregnancy/mental-health-during-pregnancyYour post-natal health (Barwon Health): https://www.barwonhealth.org.au/maternity-services/baby-mother-care/your-post-natal-health/your-emotions 

Enhanced Maternal Child Health Services in our region:

City of Greater Geelong:  Enhanced Maternal and Child Health Service - City of Greater Geelong (geelongaustralia.com.au)

Surf Coast Shire: https://www.surfcoast.vic.gov.au/Community/Families-and-children/Maternal-and-child-health

Colac Otway Shire: https://www.colacotway.vic.gov.au/Community-services/Maternal-Child-Health/Extra-help-for-families

For more information about the Healthy You. Healthy Baby podcast series, contact the Healthy Communities Unit [email protected]

Hear Barwon Health experts talk about keeping active during pregnancy and beyond. In episode 3 pelvic health physio Nat returns once more to chat about returning to movement and physical activity after having a baby, from six weeks post-birth and beyond. We cover topics including:

• What a post-natal assessment looks like
• Recommended exercises and movement for the postpartum period
• Things to consider when returning to movement

Whether you are pregnant, have recently had a baby, are a parent or work with pregnant and post-natal parents, this podcast is for you!  

We love feedback! Please fill in the listener survey: https://redcap.link/HealthyYouHealthyBaby

Barwon Health Maternity Factsheets: 

https://maternity.barwonhealth.org.au/fact-sheets/

Barwon Health Ante and Post Natal Physiotherapy Sessions:  

https://www.barwonhealth.org.au/maternity-services/pregnancy/childbirth-classes/physiotherapy-education

FAQ:

If I have my baby at another hospital, can I still access the Pelvic Health Physiotherapy Service at Barwon Health?

You are welcome to access Pelvic Health Physiotherapy at Barwon Health if you have your baby at another hospital.

Please ask your health care provider (eg GP, midwife, maternal child health nurse) to send a referral to Allied Health at University Hospital Geelong

How can I book an appointment?

Please ask your healthcare provider (eg GP, midwife, maternal child health nurse) to send a referral to Allied Health at University Hospital Geelong.

Is there a cost for the services?

There is no cost to access the services.

For more information about the Healthy You. Healthy Baby podcast series, contact the Healthy Communities Unit [email protected]

Barwon Health recognises and celebrates the rich diversity of gender identities within our community.  We understand that pregnancy and parenthood look different for everyone.  Our aim is to provide inclusive and empowering content that supports you to stay active and healthy during this transformative time.

Hear from Barwon Health experts about keeping active during pregnancy and beyond. In episode 2 of our podcast, pelvic health physio Nat returns to chat about the six weeks after birth and covers topics including:

• Recovery after birth
• How to tell when you are ready to return to activity
• Whether you are pregnant, have recently had a baby, are a parent or work with pregnant and post-natal parents, this podcast is for you!

We love feedback! Please fill in the listener survey:  ⁠https://redcap.link/HealthyYouHealthyBaby⁠

Barwon Health Maternity Factsheets: 

⁠https://maternity.barwonhealth.org.au/fact-sheets/⁠

Barwon Health Ante and Post Natal Physiotherapy Sessions:

⁠https://maternity.barwonhealth.org.au/pregnancy/antenatal-childbirth-education-sessions/physiotherapy-education/⁠

Continence Foundation Australia: https://cfaphysios.com.au/

FAQ:

If I have my baby at another hospital, can I still access the Pelvic Health Physiotherapy Service at Barwon Health?

You are welcome to access Pelvic Health Physiotherapy at Barwon Health if you have your baby at another hospital. Please ask your healthcare provider (eg GP, midwife, maternal child health nurse) to send a referral to Allied Health at University Hospital Geelong

How can I book an appointment?

Please ask your healthcare provider (eg GP, midwife, maternal child health nurse) to send a referral to Allied Health at University Hospital Geelong.

Is there a cost for the services?

There is no cost to access the services.

For more information about the Healthy You. Healthy Baby podcast series, contact the Healthy Communities Unit [email protected]

Barwon Health recognises and celebrates the rich diversity of gender identities within our community.  We understand that pregnancy and parenthood look different for everyone.  Our aim is to provide inclusive and empowering content that supports you to stay active and healthy during this transformative time.

Hear from Barwon Health experts about keeping active during pregnancy and beyond. Our first guest Nat is a Pelvic Physio at Barwon Health, who is extremely passionate about assisting people to remain active in pregnancy and after baby arrives.

In episode 1, we talk to Nat about:

• How to stay active during pregnancy
• Some of the dos and don’ts of being active while pregnant
• Things to consider when trying to keep moving during pregnancy

Whether you are pregnant, have recently had a baby, are a parent or work with pregnant and post-natal parents, this podcast is for you! 

We love feedback! Please fill in the listener survey:  https://redcap.link/HealthyYouHealthyBaby

Barwon Health Maternity Factsheets: 

https://maternity.barwonhealth.org.au/fact-sheets/

Barwon Health Ante and Post Natal Physiotherapy Sessions:

https://maternity.barwonhealth.org.au/pregnancy/antenatal-childbirth-education-sessions/physiotherapy-education/

FAQ:

If I have my baby at another hospital, can I still access the Pelvic Health Physiotherapy Service at Barwon Health?

You are welcome to access Pelvic Health Physiotherapy at Barwon Health if you have your baby at another hospital. Please ask your healthcare provider (eg GP, midwife, maternal child health nurse) to send a referral to Allied Health at University Hospital Geelong.

How can I book an appointment?

Please ask your healthcare provider (eg GP, midwife, maternal child health nurse) to send a referral to Allied Health at University Hospital Geelong.

Is there a cost for the services? There is no cost to access the services.

Barwon Health recognises and celebrates the rich diversity of gender identities within our community.  We understand that pregnancy and parenthood look different for everyone.  Our aim is to provide inclusive and empowering content that supports you to stay active and healthy during this transformative time.

For more information about the Healthy You. Healthy Baby podcast series, contact the Healthy Communities Unit [email protected]

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