The pelvic floor is a collection of internal muscles that support all the pelvic organs – the bowel, bladder, uterus and vagina. It is like a trampoline that all the organs rest on.  ..read more

In this article, we will delve into the causes, symptoms, and management strategies for dysmenorrhoea ..read more

Why do we want to start a family? What drives us to have a child? What do we want for our child? We want to procreate, to start a family, for many reasons. But ultimately, we want to give the best for our next generation. If it is within our control to give them the very best right from the very start – why won’t we?! And good health is one thing that every parent hope for their child because we know health is wealth! What if I tell you this is in your control and that you can actually set the foundations of your child’s health? Over the past few decades, research has shown that good nutrition ..read more

Preparing for your hospital stay would possibly be easier if we knew exactly when it were to happen, however as it is commonly reported, only approximately 5% of babies are born on their actual due date. So when is a good time to pack your bags and what exactly should you be bringing to hospital? It never hurts to be organised or to start to collect things that you may need during your hospital stay, but from around 36 to 37 weeks it may be a good idea to start to gather essential items together and start to pack your bags. If you have attended antenatal classes through your hospital you may h ..read more

Now that the first three months of your pregnancy are over, you’re probably feeling a little more settled. You’re probably a little more comfortable announcing your pregnancy. Hopefully by now your morning sickness has subsided, and you’re anticipating those first baby movements and kicks. Create Health Obstetrician Dr Mei Cheah shares with you her action list to guide you through the second trimester of pregnancy. Attend all antenatal appointments Your Create Health obstetrician and midwife will guide you through all required antenatal appointments and screening tests.  Some will be esse ..read more

The covid-19 pandemic has made a dramatic impact on the way we currently live our lives. Particularly during pregnancy this can cause quite a lot of anxiety around what is safe and not safe to do. Here are some answers to some commonly asked questions around covid-19 and how it might affect pregnancy and birth. Appointments with your obstetrician or midwife You might have already noticed some changes to the way we are delivering our service at Create Health. Some of our pregnancy consultations have moved to telehealth particularly if this is a time when you are due for an ultrasound. Most of t ..read more

COVID-19 Patient Update May 2022 What if I test positive to COVID-19? Unvaccinated and vaccinated patients must now isolate for 7 days from the day of their initial test and be asymptomatic before they are able to attend face to face appointments. Telehealth consultations are available for all patients. Should you have any questions regarding about this, please contact the rooms and our admin team will be happy to assist. Call: 9873 6767. Our COVID safe plan and proof of vaccination Please note, proof of COVID-19 vaccination status and RAT testing is no longer required prior to your appointmen ..read more

There are many benefits to breastfeeding your baby. It is natural, easily digested, convenient, safe, provides complete nutrition, is quick to soothe and provide comfort. It is also clinically proven to reduce the incidence of childhood allergies, eczema and asthma. Breastfeeding provides antibodies to protect against common viruses, and is thought to contain over 200 prebiotics to help establish a healthy gut. And they are just some of the benefits for the baby alone! Despite these well-known advantages however, it is not always a journey that comes easily for many women. There are a number o ..read more

Laparoscopy is a surgical procedure which uses a special telescope-like surgical instrument called a laparoscope to look inside the body or to perform certain operations. When compared with traditional surgery, laparoscopic surgery usually has: Less pain following the procedure Lower risk of complications A shorter hospital stay and a quicker recovery A much smaller scar Lesser internal scarring making any future surgeries safer What is laparoscopic surgery? A laparoscope is a thin telescope with a light source. It is used to light up and magnify the structures inside the abdomen. A laparoscop ..read more

A menstrual cycle is more than your ‘period’ or `that time of the month’. It is important that a woman is aware of the menstrual cycle phases and how it will affect her body. Being in tune with your body is important so that if things go wrong you know to seek help.  Why is the menstrual cycle important? The menstrual cycle is important to sexual health, as tracking the menstrual cycle and being aware of fertile days can be used as a contraceptive method and to plan conception.  The human menstrual cycle involves rhythmic changes in two organs: the ovary and the uterus. There are 4 d ..read more