What an absolute honour it was for us to capture Baby Matilda’s birth by caesarean section.  Performed by Dr Simona Fischer and her team from Adelaide Obstetrics and Fertility, Matilda’s arrival sends a clear message to anyone fortunate enough to view the footage – a caesarean section (c-section) can be an incredibly beautiful, special and very ‘real’ birth experience. A c-section is a surgical procedure where a cut is made in a woman’s tummy and womb, usually just below the bikini line.  A c-section can be recommended as a planned (elective) procedure or done in an emergency if it ..read more

Taking a daily pregnancy supplement is such an easy way to give you and your growing baby the best start on your pregnancy journey.   Having a healthy balanced diet is certainly very helpful in ensuring your body is getting lots of great vitamins and minerals. However there are a few supplements we suggest all pregnant women take.   The supplements we recommend are vital in supporting your baby’s growth and development.   The top supplements we like our patients to take are:   Folic Acid which reduces the likelihood of your baby developing a neural tube defect such a ..read more

Is it okay for me to travel while I’m pregnant?   Let’s talk all things air travel, domestic travel and international travel during pregnancy.   Whether it be domestic or international, flying while pregnant can be a source of anxiety for pregnant women. Each airline will have their own policy on flying while pregnant. Be aware that often they may recommend that pregnant women not fly after 32 weeks.   It is always recommended that you speak to your obstetrician about your travel intentions so we can check you and your baby are fit to fly and write a letter to the airline statin ..read more

NON-INVASIVE PRENATAL TESTING There are a number of different providers offering NIPS in South Australia, this testing is often referred to as the Harmony Test, Generation Test or Nest test.   Non-invasive prenatal Testing or NIPT refers to a blood screening test for pregnant women that can be used as early as 10 weeks of pregnancy. By evaluating fetal cell-free DNA found in maternal blood, including accurate measurement of the fetal fraction of DNA, the test assesses the probability of trisomy 21 (Down syndrome) and other common fetal aneuploidies. The results are intended for prenatal s ..read more

EARLIER THIS YEAR, WE WERE LUCKY ENOUGH TO CAPTURE THE BEAUTIFUL C-SECTION DELIVERY OF BABY MATILDA!   No words can really describe the amazing moment Matilda entered the world. It was an incredibly beautiful, special and very ‘real’ birth experience. A c-section is a surgical procedure where a cut is made in a woman’s tummy and womb, usually just below the bikini line.   Some women elect to deliver via c-section, others are required to deliver via c-section for medical reasons and some are done as an emergency procedure if necessary for the well being of Mum and Baby.   Caes ..read more

Adelaide Obstetrics & Fertility is proud to introduce Heather an experienced teacher and private nanny who will be offering advice and strategies for parents.   My name is Heather Gunn. After completing my teaching degree (BTeach (Early Childhood Education)) in New Zealand, I have had 8 years of teaching experience and three years’ experience as a private nanny.  My passions lie in working with toddlers and young children and exploring alongside them. I strive to work with parents to further their understanding of the behaviour and levels of development that young children exper ..read more

SHARON PARKER – PHYSIOTHERAPIST – EXERCISE DURING PREGNANCY It’s well known that an active lifestyle has many health benefits and keeping active during pregnancy is no exception. Some of the benefits of exercise during pregnancy include improved muscle strength and endurance, fitness and sleep patterns, reduction in fatigue, back and pelvic discomfort. While exercising regularly doesn’t guarantee an easy labour and delivery, your level of fitness prenatally will influence your postnatal recovery.   Some Basic Rules:   1. Listen to your body and don’t overdo it. Check with y ..read more

WHY DO WOMEN EXPERIENCE CRAVINGS DURING PREGNANCY? – DR ALISON MUNT Approximately 80% of women experience some food cravings while pregnant, so you’re not alone! Often patients tell me they feel like sweet or salty food, but sometimes cravings can be extremely specific, like the icing of a sprinkled donut with a side of marshmallows. We don’t know exactly why cravings develop during pregnancy, it may well be related to hormone changes, which can change the way foods taste or smell.   Are food cravings an indication of a vitamin deficiency? It does sound logical that the pregnant body coul ..read more

16/3/2020, To our Valued Gynaecology and Fertility Patients, The Coronavirus pandemic is evolving dramatically every day. We at Adelaide Obstetrics and Fertility are constantly monitoring advice and recommendations from the Department of Health and the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. We may consider adopting additional precautions if it is our view that the authorities are not responding quickly enough to protect the best interests of our patients. As your Gynaecologists, we at Adelaide Obstetrics have resolved to adopt the following measures to re ..read more

16/3/2020, To all our valued Antenatal Patients and Families, The Coronavirus pandemic is evolving dramatically every day. We at Adelaide Obstetrics and Fertility are constantly monitoring advice and recommendations from the Department of Health and the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. We may consider adopting additional precautions if it is our view that the authorities are not responding quickly enough to protect the best interests of our patients. As your Obstetricians we at Adelaide Obstetrics have resolved to adopt the following measures to red ..read more