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Mater Mothers

Locality: South Brisbane, Queensland

Phone: +61 7 3163 1918

Address: Raymond Terrace 4101 South Brisbane, QLD, Australia

Website: http://matermothers.org.au

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25.01.2022 We're so excited to let you know that our popular First Aid for Babies course will be offered at Mater Private Hospital Redland for the first time, from Saturday 17 October! Parents, grandparents and friends of those with babies and young children within the Redland community are all invited to enrol today for training by Mater Education’s highly qualified team. Book your spot today: https://mater.li/34cf8S6

25.01.2022 It sounds a little cliché, but it does take a village to raise a child. For expectant parents and new families, we recommend building your community with friends, family, your local GP and child health nurse, and support networks that align with your values. Find information that you trust, ask questions and do what feels right for you! http://mater.li/Dads

25.01.2022 From one day old to one year. We love seeing our Mater Mothers' babies grow, just like Zara "We love her so much, she is such a lovely little soul, to watch her grow is such a gift, we are truly blessed," said parents Heidi and Shane. We would love to see your Mater babies all grown up in the comments below

24.01.2022 May the spirit of mercy be with you this Christmas

24.01.2022 Born at just 24 weeks gestation, Piper spent a long 117 days in Mater Mothers' Neonatal Critical Care Unit. This morning, this Mater little miracle, defied odds and walked through the gates for her very first day at school. Read more about Piper's journey here: http://mater.li/Piper... Did your mater little miracle start school today? We'd love to see your photo's and hear about their first day in the comments below

23.01.2022 We have reached an extra special milestone in our Mater Mothers calendar! This week we are celebrating officially welcoming 10 000 babies into the world for the year Now with one in five babies across Queensland born at Mater Mothers' Hospitals, this year so far has been as busy as ever as we have welcomed more than 4900 girls and 5000 boys, including 7 sets of triplets and 187 sets of twins! We are so proud to welcome up to 50 babies into our care each and every day of ...the year and it is our privilege to share in these beautiful moments with so many families across Queensland. If your baby has been one of our 10 000 bundles of joy throughout this year, we would love to see them in the comments below. To find out more about all the little lives we have cared for so far this year visit: http://mater.li/10kBaby

22.01.2022 Mater Baby Products are proudly Australian Made* certified! Read more on our blog: https://mater.li/35WXDri Australian Made Campaign *excl.size 0... #repost @australianmadecampaign Show your support for local industry and the wider community! It’s never been more important to buy Australian than right now: www.australianmade.com.au #australianmadecampaign #australianmadenappies #matermothers #hospitaldeveloped #materbabyproducts #maternappies #australianmade #babyskincare

22.01.2022 Brisbane’s Baby to Toddler Show are celebrating with a 40% discount on our Australian Made Mater Baby Skin Care Bundle! Hospital-created Mater Baby Wash and Mater Baby Moisturiser complement each other to soothe your newborn baby’s delicate skin. Sale lasts for 24 hours only so get in quick! Use the code BABYJANSALE at checkout and shop online at: https://mater.li/BTTS21 ... T&Cs apply whilst stocks last. Sale 12:01am to 11:59pm AEDT Friday 22 January 2021, online only.

22.01.2022 To help keep the risk of widespread #COVID19 infection as low as possible, this morning Queensland Health announced the entire Greater Brisbane region is now considered a hot spot, including all local government areas within Brisbane, Logan, Ipswich, Moreton and Redlands. Brisbane will enter a three-day lockdown from 6 pm tonight until 6 pm Monday 11 January, with everyone in the above regions required to stay at home except: to attend work if you can’t work from home... to buy essentials like groceries and medicine look after the vulnerable, and exercise within their neighbourhood. The lockdown also means masks will need to be worn everywhere in those local government areas except if people are at home. Queensland Health is urging everyone in the Brisbane community to monitor their health and get tested should they feel unwell. For more information on the lock down, visit Queensland Health here: mater.li/QH and for all Mater COVID-19 updates, visit mater.li/COVIDMM

21.01.2022 Mater's second #NursingandMidwiferyGrandRound discussion for the year recently hit the ground running with great success, bringing together more than 60 #Mater experts from across Queensland to tackle some of the big issues in #healthcare. #Nurses and #midwives put their brains together to discuss support strategies for women throughout and beyond pregnancy with substance use issues, with a focus on Mater’s specialised antenatal serviceMater Mothers #CHAMP clinicwhich supports up to 35 postnatal women with substance use issues each and every month across South East Queensland. Read more about the lessons learnt here: http://mater.li/NWGR

21.01.2022 This #NationalVolunteerWeek we are celebrating our amazing volunteers, who collectively give more than 80,000 hours to Mater every year. Mari-Anne is a Mater Mothers' Parent Aide Unit volunteer and for the last four years she has been supporting families experiencing difficulties and who may need a helping hand. Thank you Mari-Anne, and all of our volunteers, for the huge role you play at Mater Mothers. ... Read more about Mari-Anne here: http://mater.li/Mari-Anne

20.01.2022 Black Friday is here!!! Shop online using the code BF2020 and receive 25% off the entire Mater Baby Product’s range (the perfect time to stock up for Christmas!) Sale ends Friday 4 December at midnight ... Child Blogger Shop now at: www.materbabyproducts.com.au #materbabyproducts #blackfriday #australianmade #australianmadenappies #babyskincare #blackfridayaustralia

20.01.2022 Today we celebrate Mercy Day, the anniversary of the day on which the founder of the Sisters of Mercy, Catherine McAuley, established the House of Mercy in Baggot Street, Dublin in 1827. Mercy Day is a time for us to pause and reflect on the true meaning of mercy. Each interaction, whether with a colleague or patient, presents an opportunity to demonstrate mercy in action and continue the traditions of the Sisters of Mercy.

19.01.2022 Do you remember cousins Brooks and Alby who were born one day apart at Mater Mothers' Private Brisbane last year? Just three months later they were joined by cousin Lola, also born at Mater Mothers. We're sure these three cousins, now 11 months and 14 months old, will be the best of friends

19.01.2022 Today, we celebrate Grandparents Day Thank you to all grandparents for your love and support of Mater babies. As a midwife at Mater Mothers' Private Brisbane for the last 10 years, Heather has been lucky enough to spend her days surrounded by babies. Earlier this month at 5.04 pm on a Saturday a little girl was born at Mater who holds an extra special place in Heather’s hearther granddaughter, Freya. Becoming a grandparent is an exciting experience, read more about Heathe...r and her story here: http://mater.li/Grandparents We'd love to see photos of your little ones with their grandparents in the comments below too

19.01.2022 Ayu is around the one per cent of pregnant women who will experience Hyperemesis gravidarum during pregnancy. The severe morning sickness has meant that some days it's difficult for Ayu to even get out of bed and completing simple daily tasks near impossible. To help ease the condition, Ayu has been working with her obstetrician, Dr Leanne Chapman. Read more about Ayu's journey with Hyperemesis gravidarum and advice from Dr Leanne Chapman here: https://mater.li/379ULXj

18.01.2022 Mater mums with babies in special care were treated to a special Mother’s Day surprise with a high tea created by celebrity chef Luke Mangan and Mater’s Executive Chef Aman Marwan.

18.01.2022 Our Mater Mothers' teams across Queensland were extra busy yesterday as we welcomed 43 beautiful babies 23 girls 20 boys

17.01.2022 Thank you to the Mater Mothers' team who bring the sprit of Christmas to the halls of Mater Mothers' Hospital's and are working over the holiday period looking after our littlest patients and their families

17.01.2022 With #masks now playing an important part in our defence against #COVID19, hear from our Director of Infectious Diseases, Dr Paul Griffin on how to safely put on and take off a maskensuring you are minimising the risk of transmission from the mask to yourself and those around you. It is also important to remember: Masks should be changed when they become damaged, soiled or wet.... Masks should never be reapplied after they have been removed. Masks should not be left dangling around the neck. Avoid touching/adjusting the front of the mask while wearing it. Masks need to be removed for eating and drinking and this is permitted, necessary and safe. We appreciate your understanding of these latest changes and cooperation as we work together to keep one another safe. https://fb.watch/2-ekP1Q0A1/

17.01.2022 On International Nurses Day we met nursing team Gillian and Andrea who are passionate about helping Mater Mothers' tiniest patients every day. I love everything about my job. I love caring for the smallest or biggest little people in the world. I love meeting families and having an impact in their lives. I also get to spend each shift with some of the best nurses. I have a wonderful team," Gillian said. Read more about Gillian and Andrea here: http://mater.li/MIND

17.01.2022 No two pregnancy journeys are the same. Each mum-to-be has their own story and path from conception to birth and while we always hope for a healthy pregnancy, for some women they may need to spend some extra time at Mater Mothers’ Hospitals before birth while their pregnancy is monitored. As today is Occupational Therapist day, we took the opportunity to chat to Mater Occupational Therapist Mary Matthews and her team about the programs they have created to make these unexpected and stressful times a little easier. We also caught up with mum-to-be Jessica who has experienced this firsthand. Click here to read more: http://mater.li/OT

17.01.2022 Whilst it's great to hear the Greater Brisbane lockdown will end as of 6 pm tonight, various restrictions and the continuing mask-wearing will remain in place until 1 am on Friday 22 January 2021 in an effort to continue to keep us all as safe as possible. It is required that anyone in the Greater Brisbane region carry a mask with them at all timeswith masks mandated to be worn in indoor places including our South East Queensland hospitals. Surgical face masks will be ma...de available to everyone upon entry to our hospitals. Mater staff are able to assist with safely putting on masks and any concerns you may have. Masks should be changed when they become damaged, soiled or wet; never be reapplied after they have been removed, and, should not be left dangling around the neck. If wearing a mask, avoid touching/adjusting the front wherever possible and practice frequent and thorough hand hygiene at all times. We appreciate your understanding of these latest changes and cooperation as we work together to keep one another safe. For more information on the lock down, visit Queensland Health here: mater.li/QH and for all Mater #COVID19 updates, visit mater.li/COVIDMM

17.01.2022 We couldn't think of a better present for these families than to take their little babies home from Mater Mother's Neonatal Critical Care Unit just in time for Christmas Watch the 10 News First Queensland report here: https://fb.watch/2ytsfJkGL9/

16.01.2022 Are you a parent of grandparent looking to give back to your community? Mater Parent Aide Unit is looking for volunteers to home-visit referred families to assist with personal support and encouragement in parenting. If you are interested please call 07 3163 2234 for more information... An information session will be held on Wednesday 24 February 2021 from 10 am to 11 am. Training will commence mid March See more

15.01.2022 Celebrate Australian Made products today! And what better way to celebrate than receiving FREE SHIPPING on our Australian Made* nappies and baby skin care range through our online shop. Created in our hospitals, Mater Baby Products is the only certified Australian Made* range of skin care and disposable nappies.... Shop our range today, Tuesday 26 January, and receive free shipping for 24 hours. Use the code AUSDAY awhen you check out online: https://mater.li/AUSDAY21 T&Cs apply: sale starts 12:01am to 11:59pm AEST Tuesday 26 January 2021, whilst stocks last, online only. *excl size 0 Australian Made Campaign

15.01.2022 While 2020 was a difficult year, there were still plenty of reasons to smile at Mater Mothers' Hospitals. Our team welcomed 11 702 Mater little miracles throughout the year As in 2019, the top baby names welcomed remained to be Charlotte for girls and Oliver for boys Read more here: http://mater.li/2020babynames... Did your child's name make the list?

15.01.2022 Mums and dads love using our Australian Made Mater Nappy Balm at every nappy change to protect their baby’s bottom! It’s soothing zinc and castor oil formula protects your little one’s skin from wetness whilst still allowing it to breathe Shop online at: https://mater.li/36nvNEW : @mummyhood.au

14.01.2022 Do you remember the Hacon twins? With dad in a different state, the country in lock down due to a pandemic and twin boys arriving 10 weeks premature, Mum Sam, had a stressful situation on her hands. With lots of twists and turns and 84 days in Mater Mothers' Neonatal Critical Care Unit, Mater little miracles, Matthew and Richard were finally able to go home to Alice Springs. ... Today they turn 1! Mum, Sam got in touch with us and was happy to report the boys are thriving! "Richard is a little go getter with his first word being dad while Matthew is happy observer who loves trying new things and his first word was mum, Sam said. Read their journey here: https://mater.li/Hacon

14.01.2022 To celebrate Pastoral Care Week, we're reflecting on the valuable contribution the pastoral care team makes to Mater. One such way is through running Catherine's room, which helps parents in need. Catherine’s Room is named after Sisters of Mercy Founder Catherine McAuley and is full of clothing, toiletries and other basic necessities people may need while in hospital. Mater Pastoral Care team who take requests from within the hospital and donating needed goods. Mater Baby Products recently donated boxes of nappies to Catherine’s Room to help new parents in need.

13.01.2022 This September we saw the incredible teams at Costco North Lakes and Costco Ipswich raise much needed funds for Mater Little Miracles through their annual token campaign. Costco staff and customers showed their hard work and dedication yet again raising $54 556 to give the best possible care to sick and premature babies at Mater. We consider ourselves so lucky to partner with such an extraordinary group of people. Thank you again to Costco staff, customers and everyone els...e who showed their support throughout September. The face of this year’s token campaign Sarah-Jayne and Eadie give a special and very cute thanks to the Costco team.

11.01.2022 We first met Ayu when she was pregnant with her second baby suffering terrible hyperemesis and was very unwell. We are pleased to share that recently she has welcomed a beautiful healthy baby boy, Milo who is absolutely adored especially by his big sister Mila Ayu says once Milo was born her symptoms disappeared and she is now feeling so much better and able to keep food down. The gorgeous family departed Mater Mothers' Private Brisbane and had a two day stay at Emporium Hotel before returning home. We think she truly deserved this luxurious stay after a difficult pregnancy and wish them all the best! Read Ayu's story here: https://mater.li/379ULXj

10.01.2022 Remember Ruben? Ruben was born at just 32 weeks and 6 days gestation on 6 February 2020, weighing only 1.9kg. 11 months on, Ruben is a happy little boy who loves books, going on walks and splashing in the pool

10.01.2022 Every day we celebrate the role we’re privileged to play in the care of so many Queensland families and in the lead up to Mother’s Day, we’re celebrating all the amazing mums! Watch our latest heart-warming video

10.01.2022 For more than a century #Mater has provided compassionate healthcare to the communities we’re privileged to serve. Find out how we’re now building on our history of care to enhance and extend beyond the hospital services we’re known for. Bringing together health, education, and research, working together to improve the health of our community.

10.01.2022 December is the month that just keeps giving! Mater Baby Products’ Boxing Day Sale is one that you don’t want to miss Our 24 hour sale starts on Saturday 26 December 2020set a reminder on your phone so you don’t miss out Stay tuned, more details coming soon! : @midnightmums ... #australianmade #australianmadenappies #hospitaldeveloped #boxingdaysale #babyproducts #matermothers #materbabyproducts

09.01.2022 Today is International Pregnancy and Infant Loss Day. The purpose of this very special day is to allow families an opportunity to pause, reflect and honour the life of their precious baby/babies who have passed away. Here at Mater Mothers’ Hospitals, we place great importance on recognising the life of any baby who has died prematurely, and encourage families to pause at 7 pm and light a candle in their honour. This then creates a wave of glorious light around the world Our... thoughts are with all parents and families who have experienced a loss of a baby To find out more about our Wave of Light virtual event visit: http://mater.li/waveoflight

09.01.2022 Who loves a sale? The Mater Baby Products Black Friday Sale is just around the corner It's the perfect time to stock up on nappies and skin care for the festive season Stay tuned, more details about our online sale coming soon! ... #materbabyproducts #matermothers #maternappies #blackfridaysale #australianmade #blackfridayteaser #festiveseason #babyskincare #blackfriday : @champagnesilvousplait_

09.01.2022 As a father of young children himself, Mater Pastoral Care Practitioner Samuel Dow understands becoming a new parent can be a tricky and sometimes stressful situation. To support new dads, Samuel has created a new program where dads can get together in a comfortable environment. "We give them ideas on how they can support their partners, how to deal with stressful situations and how to have a good work-life balance. We have midwives and lactation consultants come along and ...explain how they can support their partners to successfully breastfeed their babies," Samuel said. To find out more click the link in our bio or visit: http://mater.li/Dadgroup

09.01.2022 To help mitigate the risks of spreading #COVID19 across the Greater Brisbane region, Queensland’s Chief Health Officer has introduced new measures to keep our most vulnerable safe. Visitors are no longer permitted across Mater’s South-East Queensland hospitals, with the following exceptions: One visitor or support person permitted for patients under the aged of 18.... One visitor or support person permitted for patients with a disability. One visitor or support person permitted for patients at end-of-life or in palliative care. Two visitors or support persons permitted for patients in labour/birth suites. Surgical masks will also be required to be worn by all healthcare workers, visitors and patients in our SEQ hospitals (effective 6 pm Friday 8 January, 2021). Surgical face masks will be made available to everyone upon entry to our hospitals. Mater staff are able to assist with safely putting on masks and any concerns you may have. Masks should be changed when they become damaged, soiled or wet; never be reapplied after they have been removed, and, should not be left dangling around the neck. If wearing a mask, avoid touching/adjusting the front wherever possible and practise frequent and thorough hand hygiene at all times. We appreciate your understanding of these latest changes and cooperation as we work together to keep one another safe. For more information on the @queenslandhealth please see their website mater.li/QH and for all Mater COVID-19 updates please visit mater.li/COVIDMM

09.01.2022 Born at 33 weeks and weighing just 2.1 kg, little Lorelai spent the first three weeks of her life in Mater Mothers' Neonatal Critical Care Unit. Dad Gerardo faced an even steeper learning curve than most new fathers, but now a new dads' group has been formed by doctors at Mater Mothers to give dads of premature babies like Lorelai a helping hand. Read more about Lorelai's journey: http://mater.li/Lorelai... Video credit: 10 News First Queensland

08.01.2022 Mater Midwifery Group Practice (MGP) is supporting the needs of growing families in small communities. Midwife Ali Broderick says she enjoys working one-on-one with families supporting them through their pregnancy journey. We are able to establish a trusted relationship with the mothers in our care and be very responsive to their health needs. The clinic is about empowering mothers and supporting them to be strong parents, this is a model of care that women really value, ...Ali said Read more: https://mater.li/3mJkrAS

08.01.2022 Congratulations @angeliavril and @provjeff on recently welcoming twin boys Archi and Harry #repost @angeliavril We're home and @provjeff and I are over the moon chuffed! ... Harry and Archi born 24.9.2020 After a speedy and unexpected arrival and a nine day extended hospital stay, our lil fam are finally home. We are so grateful to the amazing people from the @matermothers who gave us so much care and support throughout pregnancy, birth and postnatally. Absolute legends over there! We are so blessed to have the most amazing village of family and friends who have been by our side throughout. We can never thank you enough. I'M A MUM NOW!?!

08.01.2022 TIP: baby massage may help your bub to sleep . Mater Baby Moisturiser is great for gently massaging your baby! Mater Baby Products are on sale tomorrow at select SEQ Woolworths stores Receive a discount on our entire range, sale starts 25 November 2020 until Tuesday 1 December, find a Woolworths store near you: https://mater.li/2SXvp8k... #materbabyproducts #materbabymoisturiser #maternappies #matermothers #australianmade #babyskincare #hospitaldeveloped

07.01.2022 Would you like to be involved in ground-breaking research? Our team is currently involved in many important neonatal and antenatal studies into mother’s, babies' and women’s health, said Frances Maguire, Program Coordinator of Mater's Mother’s Babies and Women’s Health research team. http://mater.li/MBWHTeam

07.01.2022 All babies are special, but we think she’s that little bit extra special. Amelia and Jeff’s journey to welcoming their beautiful baby girl Dorothy has undoubtedly been a journeyfrom a long road to pregnancy suffering fertility issues, through to a dramatic pregnancy resulting in a premature birth for Dorothy who required time in Mater Mothers’ Neonatal Critical Care Unit but after 97 days Mater little miracle Dorothy is going home Read more about Amelia and Jeff's journey to parenthood: http://mater.li/Dorothy

07.01.2022 Look at how strong baby Thomas is now! This Mater Little Miracle was born at just 24 weeks weighing 582 grams. Thomas spent 127 days at our Neonatal Critical Care Unit, but is now home and a healthy 5 kilos. Mum Nini is so proud of her beautiful, happy boy and how far he has come.

07.01.2022 Are you a new mum or mum-to-be? We’d love your help to understand your expectations and experiences of pregnancy, birth and parenting education. If you’re less than 20 weeks pregnant or have a baby under 8 weeks old, we’d love to hear from you. If you’re eligible and interested in participating please contact the team via email: [email protected]

07.01.2022 Did you know that by the age of 85, one in seven women in Australia will be diagnosed with breast cancer? This month, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, our breast care team have been taking every opportunity to remind women and men to check their breasts, with Mater Breast and Endocrine surgeon Dr Heidi Peverill explaining the importance of checking your breasts regularly AND why it's important to become familiar with your breasts before and after pregnancy changes your body. Find out how to check your breasts properly and what to look for at http://mater.li/BreastCheck

07.01.2022 This Remembrance Day, Mater honours the sacrifices of those who have died or suffered during war and armed conflict. Lest we forget.

06.01.2022 Congratulations to new parents Matt and Astrid who have not only welcomed their firstborn, Jude, but also became engaged at Mater Mothers’ Private Townsville two days after welcoming little Jude . We are privileged to be a part of TWO of your huge life milestone moments! #matermothers #materbeautifulmoments

06.01.2022 We LOVE when our families check in to let us know how their Mater little miracles are going Mum Shyanne, shared these adorable images of baby Evelyn who spent close to 50 days in Mater Mothers' Neonatal Critical Care Unit. She is now 24 weeks old and growing strong, healthy and incredibly cute. Thanks for sharing Shyanne Rowe ... A message from Shyanne: "I couldn’t be more thankful for everybody involved in helping Evelyn get better!"

05.01.2022 Teams at #Mater Children's Private Brisbane have made sure that those in hospital are not missing out any fun... This year's #BookWeek saw staff, patients and their families come together to dress up as their favourite book charactersbringing some sparkle and joy to the wards! Have you kids been dressing up as their favourite book character? Show us in the comments below

05.01.2022 Babies are booming at Mater Research, with teams being blessed with some (hopefully) future, little researchers. Megan Weller from the Stillbirth Centre for Research Excellence (CRE) welcomed baby Gracie into her family. A delightful surprise also happened for Respiratory, Infectious Disease and Oncology (RIO) researcher Stevie Anderson, with the safe arrival of her twins Quinn and Noah-Wylie. ... ‘Neurodevelopmental Follow-up and Outcomes Group’ PhD student Harriet Lawford also had reason to celebrate, with the birth of her son Hugo. Congratulations to these Mater Research families and all the best on reaching all of those baby developmental milestones!

05.01.2022 Today is World Mental Health Day and an opportunity for us to recognise the 16-20 per cent of Australian women who experience clinically significant mental health issues in the perinatal period. Currently, in Queensland there are limited services to care and support these mothers, babies and their families. To support the establishment of the Mater Family Wellbeing Service to fill this much-needed gap across the Queensland community, Springfield City Group (SCG) Chairman Maha... Sinnathamby and Deputy Chairman Bob Sharpless together with their wives Yoga and Belinda have donated $1M to Mater. The generous donation came on the 95th birthday of Mater’s first hospital administrator and close friend, Sister Angela Mary - marking an exciting day for the Mater community! Learn more here: mater.li/family-wellbeing-service

04.01.2022 Start the New Year the right way! with 15% off our entire Mater Baby Products’ range Our award-winning, Australian Made* baby skin care and nappies are discounted 15% at select Woolworths Supermarkets from tomorrow, Wednesday 13 January until Tuesday 19 January 2021. Hurry, find a store near you at: https://mater.liWW ... *Excl. size 0. #materbabyproducts #matermothers #australianmade #babycare #woolworths #disposablenappies #supportlocal

04.01.2022 Add to cart..you can now shop Mater Baby Products via Amazon.com making it even easier to buy our range of skin care and nappies created in our hospitals. You’ll love Amazon’s Baby Wish List too; perfect for organising a gift registry ahead of baby’s arrival. Keep an eye out for Amazon’s upcoming mid-year and Prime Day promotions in Juneeven more savings for your favourite Mater Baby Products. Australian Made Campaign

04.01.2022 On #InternationalDayoftheMidwife, we are thanking our wonderful Mater midwives for the compassion and commitment they deliver every day to mums, babies and families You too can send your thanks to a midwife who has touched your family at: mater.li/midwifethanks

04.01.2022 Congratulations to Clinical Nurse Consultant from the Mater Mothers’ Neonatal Critical Care Unit, Amanda Merchant who won in the Consumer Experience Award category of the Mater People Awards. The award sought to recognise an individual for consistently delivering an exceptional service and demonstrating their commitment to consumers of any kind with the goal of improving the consumer experience in line with Mater’s Values. Which Amanda did by empowering parents in the care of their babies throughout the neonatal period, advocating for and growing the developmental care rounds. Read more about Amanda's amazing work here: http://mater.li/3myMQbn

04.01.2022 Following this morning’s announcement from Queensland Health, we are excited to welcome back visitors across all Mater hospitals from 8 am tomorrow morning (Friday 22 January 2021)! This includes children under the age of 16, however will continue to exclude anyone who has: visited a COVID-19 hotspot within the last 14 days... arrived from overseas within the last 14 days come into contact with someone who is a known case of COVID-19 has been diagnosed with COVID-19 in the past 14 days or is awaiting the results of a COVID-19 test or is experiencing symptoms consistent with COVID-19 including: fever or history of fever, symptoms of acute respiratory infection (cough, shortness of breath, sore throat), loss of smell, loss of taste, runny nose, nausea, vomiting or fatigue. Effective from 1 am tomorrow morning, we also welcome the removal of mandatory mask-wearing in indoor places. Our staff, patients and visitors are no longer required to wear masks at Mater, however we still encourage everyone to play their part in keeping us all safe by: Practicing social distancing and remain 1.5 metres away from other, wherever possible. Practicing regular and thorough hand hygiene by washing your hands with soap and water, and use hand sanitizer provided. Avoiding visiting the hospital if you feel unwell in any way, and get tested immediately please. Before your visit please make sure to check the visiting hours for each hospital here: https://matermothers.org.au/hospitals For more information on the Queensland Health please see their website mater.li/QH and for all Mater Mothers COVID-19 updates please visit mater.li/COVIDMM

04.01.2022 NAIDOC Week celebrations are usually held across Australia each July to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This year, due to COVID-19, it was rescheduled to be celebrated between 8 to 15 November. Nestled in the back streets of Salisbury is the Mums and Bubs Hub, a friendly and welcoming space for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families birthing at Mater Mother's Hospital set up in collaboration with the A...boriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community Health Services (ATSICHS) and the The Institute for Urban Indigenous Health. The hub provides culturally sensitive antenatal and postnatal care known as the Birthing in Our Community program, with access to continuity of midwifery care, GP consultations plus playgroup, community engagement and a range of extended social support services. To find out more about the service visit: http://mater.li/NAIDOC #MaterMothers #NAIDOC2020 #NAIDOCWeek2020

02.01.2022 Are you or someone you know expecting? Deciding what needs to go in your hospital bag (and what you can leave at home) can be challenging. That’s why we’ve put together a super simple checklist to ensure you are prepared for your little one’s arrival http://mater.li/HospitalBagChecklist

02.01.2022 Today we are excited to be celebrating Allied Health Professionals Day Physiotherapist Mandy works in Mater Mothers’ Neonatal Critical Care Unit (NCCU) helping families connect with Mater little miracles through touch. This improves function and reduces the risk of developmental issues later in life. Thank you to all of our Allied Health Professionals, who like Mandy, are improving outcomes for our patients ... To find out more on how Mandy is helping our NCCU families visit: http://mater.li/Mandy

01.01.2022 Today is World Prematurity Day Join us as we take a moment to honour the 1 in 10 babies born too soon, and those who lost their fight to survive. We would like to acknowledge the wonderful teams who work around the clock taking care of Mater’s tiniest patients. ... Director of Mater Mothers' Neonatal Critical Care Unit Dr Pita Birch, said his team does an outstanding job taking care of not only babies but families as well. We see nearly 2 000 families come to our hospitals each year, some will only need to stay the night where as others can be here for months. The impact of the NCCU will last a lifetime for these families, Pita said. Check out the amazing Jacaranda wall in the NCCU which was made by one of our amazing team members. #MiracleBabies #PrematureBabies #WorldPrematurityDay2020 #matermothers #materlittlemiracles

01.01.2022 Your time will help make a difference to your children and your community children’s future Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, is a respiratory virus that usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms. Often people recover in a week or two, but RSV can be deadly, especially for infants and older adults. Learn more by visiting https://mater.li/rsv