Sleeping on side halves stillbirth risk
03 April, 2019Pregnant women who sleep on either side during their last three months of pregnancy reduce their risk of a stillbirth by half.
Time between pregnancies not linked to stillbirth risk
05 March, 2019A new study has confirmed that there is no increased risk of adverse birth outcomes if a woman falls pregnant within 12 months of a stillbirth.
Pumped breastmilk link to chronic disease
22 February, 2019A major study has found that pumped breastmilk may contain an increase in pathogens that can lead to chronic disease.
Scented hearts bond premmies and parents
28 January, 2019One hospital has joined forces with a local quilting club to help premmies and parents bond — over hand-stitched hearts, infused with their own scent.
Tailoring approaches to breastfeeding
16 October, 2018 by Jane Scott*Breastfeeding research from experts from around the world suggests a tailored approach helps both mother and child.
Maternal death risk doubles with anaemia
02 April, 2018Pregnant women with anaemia are twice as likely to die during pregnancy or shortly after giving birth than those without anaemia.
Soy-milk formula affects infant reproductive organs
16 March, 2018The effects are subtle and not cause for alarm, but further research into the long-term effects of the oestrogen-like compounds found in soy-based formulas is required.
Pregnancy antibiotics use linked to childhood infection
13 February, 2018Children born to mothers who took antibiotics while pregnant have up to a 20% increased risk of being hospitalised with infection.
Mothers of prem babies at risk of heart disease death
02 February, 2018A major study has revealed that women who give birth prematurely have double the risk of dying from heart disease later in life, and recommends that obstetric history be considered during cardiovascular assessments.
Baby brain is a thing
17 January, 2018It's official, 'baby brain' — forgetfulness and other cognitive deficiencies during pregnancy — exists.
Australia's first holistic fertility kit
19 October, 2017'One-stop fertility shop' for couples seeking to conceive naturally.
Early pregnancy weight gain linked to childhood obesity
02 September, 2017Infants born to mothers who gained higher than recommended weight levels in the first 24 weeks were 2.5 times more likely to be born large.
Support for rural mums encourages breastfeeding
24 August, 2017Australian researchers have found that mums in rural areas of Western Australia who had access to professional advice and support were more likely to breastfeed for longer.
Immunisation during pregnancy outweighs risks
08 August, 2017Health practitioners should encourage pregnant women to update relevant vaccines.
Sugar intake during pregnancy linked to childhood allergy, asthma
14 July, 2017A new study has found that high intake of sugar during pregnancy may increase the risk of allergy and allergic asthma in children.
