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25.01.2022 Waterbirth During water immersion in labour, a person gets into a tub or pool of warm water during the first stage of labour, before the baby is born. In a wate...rbirth, a person remains in the water during the pushing phase and actual birth of the baby. The baby is then brought to the surface of the water after he or she is born. A waterbirth may be followed by the birth of the placenta in or out of the water. What are the benefits of having a waterbirth? Water facilitates mobility and enables the mother to assume any position that is comfortable for labour and birth Reduces blood pressure Shorter Labour Gives mother feelings of control Provides significant pain relief Promotes relaxation More mobility Conserves mothers energy Reduces the need for drugs and interventions Gives mother a private protected space Reduces perineal trauma and eliminates episiotomies Reduces Caesarean section rates Is highly rated by mothers typically stating they would consider giving birth in water again; some even stating they would never give birth any other way! Encourages an easier birth for mother and a gentler welcome for baby https://evidencebasedbirth.com/waterbirth/ https://waterbirth.org/benefits-of-waterbirth/

24.01.2022 Why does there seem to be an induction postcode lottery? How is it that one woman will be offered induction of labour, while another in almost exactly the same ...situation and circumstances wont be offered this? The differences can be seen between different Trusts, different countries, between areas of the same country, between practitioners and even where the same woman is offered one thing in one pregnancy and then something quite different the next time. Even if nothing has changed except that she has had one more baby. Well, a research study from Australia has now added to and confirmed some of our understanding of this issue. And thats what Ive written about in my blog post today. Coates et al (2020) confirmed that there are wide differences in who gets offered or recommended an induction or a planned caesarean. This inter- and intra- professional variation is what leads to the induction postcode lottery. Different professionals have different opinions and so offer different things. The next question, though, is why this is and why it matters. Well, its because we do not have good agreement on what should be offered and when. Its debatable. Often the evidence isnt clear, or the evidence isnt there. Sometimes the evidence is based on poor research. Even when evidence does exist, people interpret it to suit their own beliefs. Sometimes things are offered because its what weve always done. There isnt good evidence to support them, but they continue anyway. Sometimes the benefits of an intervention are marginal. It wont make a lot of difference either way, so it comes down to personal preference; maybe the needs of the system, or the viewpoint of the individual. More on my website, www.sarawickham.com #midwife #midwifery #doula #birthdoula #childbirtheducation #childbirtheducator #positivebirth #childbirth #evidence #induction #positiveinduction #drsarawickham #caesarean #birthchoice #birthrights #women #youdoyou See more

24.01.2022 September 6 - 12 is is Birth Trauma Awareness Week. First of all, it is profoundly sad that we need to set aside even one day of the year, let alone an entire w...eek to raising awareness of birth trauma. But when between a third to half of all Australian women describe their birth as traumatic, we need to talk about birth trauma and we need to talk about it NOW. What is Birth Trauma? Birth trauma has been defined by Penny Simkin (2015) as when the individual mother, father, or other witness believes the mothers or her babys life was in danger, or that a serious threat to the mothers or her babys physical or emotional integrity existed (Simkin, 2015). But surely all that matters is a healthy mum and a healthy baby, right? This has become the catch-all phrase for the current generation of women who, for the most part, find themselves being hurtled along the conveyor belt of birth. They dont receive individualised, woman-centred care from a known care provider. They are subjected to routine interventions, many of which are not medically necessary and are not based on evidence, only to be found that they are chewed up and spat out on the other end with a newborn baby and little to no practical support in the critical early days and weeks postpartum. Click here to read our blog: https://www.lamazeaustralia.com.au//birth-trauma-awareness

24.01.2022 Happy International Day of the Midwife Today around the world its International Day of the Midwife. We send our heartfelt thanks to all midwives for their hard... work and commitment. Midwives put women and the family at the centre of care and at the heart of every decision, empowering them to be genuine partners in their care and improving their care experience. The significance and importance of providing women, their partners and families with compassionate care cannot be underestimated We ask women to recognise the midwife who supported them through birth by naming their midwife using the hashtag below. #IThank{NAMEYOURMIDWIFE} or #IThankMyMidwife

24.01.2022 Lamaze classes prepare women for normal birth and for keeping birth as normal as possible, even when or if complications arise and medical interventions are nec...essary. We believe knowledge and understanding of normal birth are the foundation required to make informed decisions about birth. With this foundation, we have confidence that women are truly able to make informed decisions that are right for them, whatever those decisions might be. Protecting, promoting, and supporting birth .

24.01.2022 The 3 R's In labour, a person's natural coping techniques may start to follow a pattern and involve unique repetitive physical rituals that are used each time a... contraction comes on and throughout its duration. Penny Simkin, PT, famously refers to this as "rhythm" -- an integral part of the 3 Rs (relaxation, rhythm, ritual) of labour. Penny Simkin coined the 3 Rs after observing in many labouring people the use of three distinct coping techniques: - Full relaxation in between or even during contractions; - The use of rhythm in movement or sounds; - Ritually repeated activities with each contraction. Often, these three pieces are collectively referred to as finding a "rhythm" during labour, included in which are repetitive rituals and relaxation. Finding a rhythm in labour will look different for each person, some may begin using one ritual, like slow breathing or swaying back and forth, in early labor and need to change up the rhythm and rituals as labour progresses and intensity builds. Some examples of what this could look like are: - Breathing in a rhythmic way throughout a contraction - At the start of each contraction, standing and/or leaning and swaying your hips from side to side until the contraction ends - Moaning, humming, or even singing a note throughout a contraction - Repeating a mantra, phrase, verse, or lyric during a contraction (like, "I can, I can, I can") - Using any combination of rituals, like staring at a focal point while swaying back and forth and squeezing a tennis ball in your hand throughout a contraction Similarly, a partner or doula can help with creating rhythm and ritual by providing external coping techniques for the labouring person, such as: - Scratching their back - Rubbing the low back or shoulders - Slow dancing - Using a handheld water sprayer over their back or stomach in the shower - Maintaining eye contact/focus during a contraction - Guiding breathing by mirroring a rhythmic breath during contractions What will your "rhythm" be?

23.01.2022 The Baby Blues In the early days following birth, women may experience a temporary condition commonly known as the baby blues. For women, the baby blues usual...ly occur between the third to the fifth day after having their baby, and can leave them feeling very distressed and/or emotional. Often women describe feeling very teary, or sometimes irritable. These overwhelming feelings are completely normal and natural, and are due to the sudden change in your hormone levels following the birth. The baby blues is very common. Up to 80 percent of women experience this, and you may experience the condition with one child but not another. They will usually disappear within a week or two, and there is generally no need for any treatment other than understanding, rest and support. However, if these symptoms do not pass on their own and continue on, it may be a sign of another type of mental health condition like postnatal depression or postnatal anxiety, in which case it is important to seek help. COPE provides a great list of places to seek help and support and additional resources. https://www.cope.org.au/getting-/self-help/types-treatment/

23.01.2022 We cant plan for every scenario, but these are some good things to talk about.

22.01.2022 C is for COLD. Its normal for mamas to get really hot and sweaty at time during labour, so partners make sure you have a gel pack thats been in the fridge... or freezer ready to go, or a washcloth thats been run under cold water and squeezed out. Place the gel pack (but make sure its covered in a towel so that its not too cold on her skin) or the washcloth over mums head, dcolletage or the back of her neck and shoulders. Cold can also be great for giving relief to acute pain. See more

22.01.2022 J is for JOKES. Partners, its okay to make her laugh during labour. In fact, its a fantastic thing to do! Laughter also promotes oxytocin release and lets face it we always feel better when we can have a good laugh about things!

21.01.2022 REPOST: Birthability - Central Coast Childbirth Education The Wonder of Mothers: Oxytocin Oxytocin, often called the "love hormone" is present in both women and... men, but for women, it plays a significant role in conception, pregnancy, birth, and during the postpartum period. Here are just a few of the things this awesome hormone (that our bodies naturally create) does for women: Contractions. - Perhaps the most important job since contractions are responsible for dilating and thinning your cervix to make way for baby! Stopping bleeding after birth. - Oxytocin is crucial in controlling the bleeding when your placenta detaches from your uterus. Shrinkage. - Shortly after your baby is born, uterine contractions -- caused by oxytocin -- continue, shrinking your uterus back to pre-pregnancy size (over a period of about four weeks). Breastfeeding.- When your baby breastfeeds, oxytocin is released, and is responsible for: continuing to shrink your uterus; initiating the "let-down" reflex in your breast, which releases milk flow to your baby; and strengthening a bond between you and your baby. Alleviate pain. - Oxytocin is also known as the "feel good" hormone because it produces a feeling of calm and reduces the sensation of pain, allowing women to better cope with the intense work of labour, birth, and postpartum recovery. While oxytocin occurs naturally in a womans body during labour, there are certain things a woman can do to increase and enhance the flow of oxytocin throughout the body. You can promote oxytocin during labour and birth by: Staying calm, comfortable, and confident. (Good support to help enhance this) Birth environment - Music, smells, lights, affirmations etc. Create your birth space. Avoiding disturbances, such as unwelcome people or noise and uncomfortable procedures. Staying upright and using gravity to apply your baby against your cervix and then, as the baby is born, against the tissues of your pelvic floor. Engaging in nipple or clitoral stimulation activities before birth and giving your baby a chance to suckle shortly after birth. Avoiding epidural analgesia and Syntocinon (which can hinder the production of natural hormones).

21.01.2022 Parenting is challenging and rewarding work, worthy of our best efforts. ~ Lamaze Philosophy of Parenting

19.01.2022 Some great self help ideas in this article.

19.01.2022 Its great that we are working towards making this happen in the Shoalhaven

17.01.2022 Every woman is different and needs to make her own decisions about how she wants to give birth. Look for the answers you need to help you feel safe and confiden...t to labour for a VBAC. birthwell birthrights unique online VBAC Your Way course will provide you with all the current evidence-based information and resources you need to maximise your chances of having a successful VBAC. Our goal is to help women make informed decisions about how they want to give birth and to encourage an honest and respectful dialogue with their caregivers. Providing accurate information and resources about VBAC can help childbearing women and their families avoid the risks associated with repeat caesarean section. VBAC Your Way is a self-paced, online course that allows you to go at your own pace from the comfort of your own home. Register by the end of August and save 10%! Just click on the link below to get started! https://coursecraft.net/courses/z9VPE?code=10OFF

17.01.2022 Most people know that fit balls are useful in pregnancy and labour. But, did you know that after the baby is born they are useful for settling babies to sleep? ...Gently bouncing up and down while holding the baby upright and close can soothe and settle babies. In addition, the fit ball helps in the womans recovery after birth because sitting on a fit ball is a great place to do pelvic floor exercises. See more

16.01.2022 I love OMP techniques. The more I use them the more they seem to actually work!

15.01.2022 Baby wearing Baby wearing carriers come in a wide variety of styles and it’s best to look around for something that suits you or pop into a local baby wearing g...roup to quiz them and try some out. Baby wearing offers not just a practical hands free way to carry baby about but closeness and bonding with whoever is carrying baby. When the birthing person is carrying baby it can encourage breast milk production and love hormone oxytocin, and even a discrete breastfeeding option in public. Babies often love the close contact and find it quite calming whoever is carrying them. Toddlers often love to be carried this way too! When it comes to baby slings and carriers always remember to keep your baby Visible and Kissable. That means...CHIN UP, FACE VISIBLE, NOSE AND MOUTH FREE. (*Visible and Kissable is a trademark of BCIA, registered in the USA.) Carry Australia (http://carry.org.au/) is a good place to look for a meeting or general information.

15.01.2022 A comprehensive, evidence based, online course for women planning a VBAC

15.01.2022 What is Series: Birth Hormones You know your hormones are going to be working hard during birth, but you might not know exactly what theyre doing. Youll in fa...ct have major hormonal systems active when youre in labour and giving birth. Melatonin is a natural sleep-regulating chemical that also plays a part in childbirth. When a woman goes into labour, the hormone, oxytocin, stimulates her uterus to contract. Melatonin, which is also a hormone, works in tandem with oxytocin, enhancing and regulating contractions.

14.01.2022 This weeks Lamaze tip is around breastfeeding and ensuring you have the information and support that you need around you both before and after birth. Before Bi...rth Get informed about breastfeeding, follow social media accounts such as The Milk Meg, Pinky McKay or Lamaze Australias very own IBCLC Milky Business - Kate Visser Lactation Consultant and undertake a breastfeeding class. We know it is hard with COVID-19, but the Australian Breastfeeding Association (ABA) have just released an online class. Complete the class with your partner and you can both help each other in those early days. Breastfeeding support is essential and is the biggest influence on your breastfeeding journey, especially from your partner, family and friends. While you are pregnant, talk to your family and friends and ask them about breastfeeding, get their tips and have them on call for when you need help and support. Research your local International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and lactation consultant so if you are having issues with breastfeeding you know who to contact in those early days. Check out LCANZ to find your nearest IBCLC. After Birth Talk to your healthcare provider, ask for their help and support. They can direct you to local service providers. Seek support from the Australian Breastfeeding Association. The helpline is staffed by trained counsellors who have been where you are now and can be accessed 24 hours a day. Ring them on 1800 686 268. They can also link you back to your local support group. Ring your local IBCLC or lactation consultant and arrange an appointment with them to discuss your concerns. Appointments can be held in person or via video conference too. Lastly assemble your breastfeeding support crew. More than likely they have been through what you are experiencing, they can give you tips and suggestions on what to do and be your cheer squad! We hope this post will help new and expectant parents to know where to go if they need help and support with breastfeeding. by Photography by Kristy Lee

13.01.2022 Lets talk about your bladder in labour. Did you know that a full bladder may hinder babies descent? It can also make you feel uncomfortable with baby pressing ...against your bladder (along with everything else!). Your health care provider and/or doula will likely encourage you to go to the toilet during labour, but you can also ask your birth partner/support to remind you too. If youve had an epidural, a catheter will be inserted to allow your bladder to drain as it needs to. So there you have it; remember to visit the toilet frequently throughout labour!

13.01.2022 During the #365daysoflamaze we have talked about the relationship between fear, tension and pain during labour. One important thing to consider during your prep...aration for labour and birth is where do you hold tension in your body? For some of us it might be clenching our teeth, raising our shoulders or clenching our fists. Its worth remembering that when we clench our teeth and our jaw is fixed, our pelvic floor muscles simultaneously tense. This is the opposite of what your baby needs. Tense muscles make it harder for your baby to make progress safely and present for birth. Relax and learning ways to bring yourself comfort during labour is a great place to start. Repost photo Your Birth Ed

13.01.2022 repost @breastfeedingberkshire A reminder for whoever needs to hear this: You are not failing at breastfeeding. You did not fail at breastfeeding. You cannot f...ail at breastfeeding. No-one fails at breastfeeding. Breastfeeding is not an exam, a job interview nor a level in a video game. It is an experience deeply personal and unique to every mother and baby dyad. Sometimes that experience might not go as you hoped. It might look different from how you envisioned. It may be much harder. It might end up being much shorter than you wanted. Or, conversely, it may last longer than you ever imagined. But the value of your breastfeeding experience is not defined by how long or short it was, or whether you breastfed exclusively, or whether you pumped and fed, or supplemented, or tube fed. All experiences, including, and perhaps especially, the ones that didnt go to plan are valuable, important and worthy of celebration. Every feed, even a single syringe of colostrum that was expressed ante-natally is valuable, important and worthy of celebration. If you are doing the best you can in the circumstances life has handed you then that is all any of us can ever do, both as mothers and as human beings. And getting up every morning and doing your best makes you a wonderful mother. That is not failure. And never let anyone, by word or deed, imply that it is.

12.01.2022 THE ROLE OF HORMONES IN CHILDBIRTH: You (and your baby) are born with the ability to initiate labour, labour and give birth, breastfeed and become deeply attach...ed to each other. The flow of hormones in your body drives these well-organised, finely tuned processes. It is important that you and your maternity care providers understand how to work with and avoid disrupting these processes. Birth hormones are chemical messengers that your body makes. Your baby makes birth hormones, too. These hormones work together to guide important changes in your bodies changes that help make labour and birth go smoothly and safely for both of you. Birth hormones help guide you and your baby in many ways, including: - Getting your body ready to give birth - Starting your labour contractions - Preparing your baby for labour and life outside your body -Telling your breasts to make milk and getting your baby ready to breastfeed Four hormones that are important are: Oxytocin, Endorphins, Adrenaline and related stress hormones, and Prolactin. These hormones play a major role in regulating labour and birth. Learning about them in a Lamaze class can help you understand what will happen during labour and birth. Decisions you make about your care can support or disrupt the way hormones work, so understanding how they work and how they are affected is important for making informed decisions.

10.01.2022 "Offer support, and take no offence" Wise advice for support people! As labour progresses, the frontal lobe of the womans brain is less active. The frontal lo...be is the part of the brain that involves thinking and decision making. In labour, the brain is strongly focused on the work of birth and the thinking brain needs to rest. A woman in labour will often become short, sharp, direct and abrupt. Too much talking and interruptions are unwelcome. This is normal, remember that its a good sign that labour is progressing well. Offer practical support, stay positive take no offence. See more

10.01.2022 F is for FEAR. Fear causes your body to tense and tension causes you to feel pain more intensely. This is sometimes referred to as the Fear-Tension-Pain cycl...e. The fear causes the release of adrenaline, which triggers the flight or fight response. Her heart rate will increase, and there will be decreased blood flow to the uterus. This will result in a slower even a stalled labour. Once a woman finds herself in this cycle, it can be very hard to get out of it. A wonderful alternative is the Safety-Peace cycle. In this scenario, the mum starts from a place of safety, calm and confidence. Instead of adrenaline, her body will produce more Oxytocin, which will result in decreased pain and a more efficient labour.

09.01.2022 Variability in induction and caesarean rates is driven by uncertainty around what constitutes best practice and differences in clinician knowledge, values and ...beliefs. (Coates et al 2020). An Australian study has confirmed that there are wide differences in who gets offered or recommended an induction or a planned caesarean. Or, to put it another way, This study found considerable inter- and intra-professional variation in what were considered valid indications for planned birth. The degree of inter-professional variation for common indications is of concern, particularly regarding timing of induction for prolonged pregnancy and perceived (in)validity of previous lower segment caesarean section as an indication for a repeat caesarean. (Coates et al 2020). The next question, though, is why this is and why it matters. Well, its because we do not have good agreement on what should be offered and when. Its debatable. Often the evidence isnt clear, or the evidence isnt there. Sometimes the evidence is based on poor research. Even when evidence does exist, people interpret it to suit their own beliefs. Sometimes things are offered because its what weve always done. There isnt good evidence to support them, but they continue anyway. Sometimes the benefits of an intervention are marginal. It wont make a lot of difference either way, so it comes down to personal preference; maybe the needs of the system, or the viewpoint of the individual. This study shows that experts dont agree on when planned birth should be offered. There isnt one right answer. Women should be informed about the benefits and risks of interventions such as IOL and CS, say Coates et al (2020). I totally agree. That way, you can make the decision thats right for you. This study can be seen at https://www.womenandbirth.org//S1871-5192(20)3028/fulltext For more on induction and birth options, see www.sarawickham.com #midwife #midwifery #doula #birthdoula #childbirtheducation #childbirtheducation #childbirth #positivebirth #childbirth #evidence #induction #positiveinduction #drsarawickham #caesarean #birthchoice #birthrights #women #youdoyou See more

09.01.2022 Pregnant and looking for a great app to help you with relaxation, meditation or mindfulness? Check out Mind the Bump! As advocates for positive mental health an...d well-being, Smiling Mind developed the Mind the Bump App program with psychiatrists and psychologists who specialise in Mindfulness Meditation, mental health, perinatal health and online well-being. Mind the Bump provides tailored exercises to support your mental and emotional well-being from day one of pregnancy through to 24 months after birth. The program is for mothers, fathers, single parents and same sex couples. It can also be used by health professionals working with new and expecting parents. Download the app for free from the App store https://apps.apple.com/au/app/mind-the-bump/id927712215?ls=1 or Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details

08.01.2022 What is Directed Pushing? Directed Pushing is when your care provider directs or coaches your pushing during the second stage of labour. Weve all seen those Ho...llywood movies where the woman is told to take a deep breath, tuck her chin into her chest and start pushing like theres no tomorrow for a count of 10! But is this the best way to birth your baby? Research shows that routine directed pushing, breath holding and limiting pushing during childbirth are not beneficial, and that prolonged breath holding may reduce fetal oxygenation. The World Health Organisation (WHO) recommends not directing someone in labour to hold their breath or consciously sustain pushing. Directed pushing is exhausting and may also lead to pelvic floor damage and an increased risk of perineal tearing. If you have an epidural, you may need assistance and support with pushing, as you may have limited sensation. However, it is still important not to push excessively, or to hold your breath for a long period of time. Encouragement, not instruction is best! If you are labouring without anaesthesia, then tune into your body and your baby. When you have the urge to bear down, go with it - but focus your pushing efforts deep into your bottom and dont forget to BREATHE! If you dont have an urge to push - then dont! Just relax your body and wait for the next contraction to come. Another helpful tip is to try not to let too much noise escape from your mouth while you are pushing. Dont let that precious energy out through your mouth - instead focus on opening up to let your baby come through. For more helpful tips on pushing, visit https://www.lamaze.org/natural-childbirth

07.01.2022 My body knows how to give birth.

07.01.2022 What makes a family? Love makes a family. Lamaze Australia welcomes all families. The journey through pregnancy and parenthood is unique for everyone. ...Birth is at the core of our practice. Lamaze welcomes and respects all individuals and families on this journey from every corner of the world. Regardless of who you are, where you live, who you love or what language you speak, we want to be with you on your path from pregnancy to parenthood. We believe that birth is transformative for every family, and that everyone deserves a safe and healthy birth experience. Our goal is simple; we want all parents to feel confident, supported and powerful as they ask questions, make decisions and navigate their individual path through birth and parenthood.

06.01.2022 Wise words indeed from the wonderful Professor Hannah Dahlen.

05.01.2022 Important information for women to understand their bodies

04.01.2022 @repost @melaniethemidwife Have you ever heard the words not progressing muttered with reference to your own or another persons labour? The phrase failure to... progress is used to describe the deviance with which a womans cervix dilates when compared to the expectations of Dr Emanuel Friedman original (1955) and ongoing research about cervical dilation norms in labour. The current medical understanding of how labour should progress is rooted in Dr Friedmans research; he was the first to depict a labour curve and divide labour into stages. His research has since been discredited (like, it was discredited about 20 years ago!)... and we know that the Friedman curve to plot labour progress is incorrect. Despite having newer and better research about labour progress, most maternity care providers apply Friedmans curve to labour and expect it to perform this way. If you deviate from the curve you have failed to progress according to their expectations... BUT what is actually happening is that your care provider is applying an outdated and incorrect expectation onto your body... you have not failed to progress, they have failed to wait... it should not be labelled failure to progress (where the blame is placed on women) it should be labelled failure to wait. Zhang et al (2010) in their study contemporary patterns of spontaneous Labor with normal neonatal outcomes found that Labor May take more than 6 hours to progress from 4 to 5 cm and more than 3 hours to progress from 5 to 6cm of dilation... however, before we told-you-so the entire obstetric profession, we should view Zhangs findings with some scepticism. Although this research found the pattern of labour to deviate from Friedmans curve, approximately 50% of the women in their study were under the influence of synthetic oxytocin (syntocinon/pitocin) in order to speed up their labour. So, this research still cannot fully inform us about the physiological unfolding of labour and how fast or slow it might progress... but it does open up an opportunity to change our beliefs about labour progress #failuretoprogressorfailuretowait #birth #induction #medicalisationofbirth

04.01.2022 Sterile Water Injections During labour, when a baby is presenting in a posterior position (meaning that the babys spine is in line with mums spine) this tends... to cause a lot of discomfort in mums lower back, and she will often continue to feel pain in between contractions as well. One option for pain relief that she can consider is sterile water injections. Sterile water injections provide effective pain relief for women with labour back pain, according to University of Queensland-led research. Dr Nigel Lee from the UQ School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work said the injections were previously seen as controversial but this study shows they are safe and effective. Some midwives have used this practice in order to provide pain relief for a number of years, however until now, there has always been limited research to suggest that it works, Dr Lee said. In fact, many hospitals refused to support the procedure, viewing it as midwifery voodoo. This research provides definitive evidence that water injections offer effective pain relief for the majority of women with labour back pain. Data was collected between 2012 and 2017 in one British and 15 Australian maternity units. More than one thousand women in labour with severe back pain were given either water injections or a placebo of saline solution. Dr Lee said twice as many of the women who received the water injections reported their pain reduced by at least half, for 90 minutes or longer. The implications of the results of our trial are huge, he said. To read more about this exciting trail, visit https://www.uq.edu.au//water-injections-relieve-back-pain-

02.01.2022 Let labour start on its own

01.01.2022 Today is FASD Awareness Day. This day was chosen so that on the ninth day of the ninth month of the year, the world will remember that during the nine months of pregnancy a woman should abstain from alcohol. https://loom.ly/PsuqLAI