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Below lies a comprehensive resource library that is designed to assist birthing families in their quest to make informed and empowered decisions throughout pregnancy, birth & beyond.

DISCLAIMER: Information provided on the site is for educational purposes only and is general in nature. Information, posts and articles shared on this site are not a substitute for professional medical advice and individualised assessment by a doctor or midwife. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

The topics within this library are listed in alphabetical order. Clicking on the relevant title will open a drop down section housing relevant resources on that topic for your further exploration.

- Amniotic Fluid Volume: too much, too little, or who knows? - Dr Rachel Reed
- What is the Evidence for Induction for Low Amniotic Fluid in a Healthy Pregnancy?
- 9 things you might not know about Anti-D… - Dr Sara Wickham
- BOOK: Anti-D Explained - Dr Sara Wickham
Victorian Perinatal Services Performance Indicators Report 2018 - 2019 – This report compares rates of IOL, caesarean section and normal vaginal deliveries etc. amongst hospitals in Victoria
2022 Released Mothers & Babies Report - AIHW (Australian Institute of Health and Welfare) Australian Government.
Symphysial fundal height (SFH) measurement in pregnancy for detecting abnormal fetal growth - Journal Article 2015
- Assisted birth - RANZCOG
- Operative vaginal delivery: a review of four national guidelines
- The Curse of Meconium Liquor - Dr Rachel Reed
- What does meconium in the waters really mean with Rachel Reed

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knowledge is power

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knowledge is power 〰️ knowledge is power 〰️

Advanced Maternal Age: Refers to someone birthing their first baby after the age of 35

Amniotic Fluid Volume: The amount of amniotic fluid surrounding your baby in the womb

Antenatal Expressing: Collecting Colostrum (first milk) from the breasts in late pregnancy

Anti D: An Injection offered in pregnancy to Mothers/Birthing People with a negative blood group

Artificial Rupture of Membranes: When an artificial hole is created in the membranes of the amniotic sac by a care provider

Australian Maternity Data: Statistics on Mothers, Babies & Care Providers

Bereavement & Loss: Pregnancy & Infant Loss, Miscarriage and Stillbirth

"Big Babies": A baby estimated to be measuring larger than "average" for gestational age during pregnancy

Birth Positions: Positions + techniques you might find supportive & beneficial to your progress during labour and birth.

Breastfeeding: If you choose to breastfeed your baby post birth

Breech Presentation & Birth: Refers to the babies bottom being the anatomical part that is presenting and descending into the pelvis

Caesarean Birth: Surgery performed on the lower uterine segment to deliver your baby, either in a planned or emergency situation

Cord Clamping: After birth the umbilical cord that attaches your baby to the placenta is usually clamped and cut

Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring: Routinely conducted throughout labour to assess how baby is responding to the normal stresses of labour

Fundal Height: A measurement from the pubic bone to the top of the uterus estimating baby's growth

Gestational Diabetes Mellitus: A condition occuring in pregnancy where maternal blood sugar levels are elevated

Group B Streptococcus (GBS): A transient bacteria that can colonise in the vagina & is frequently tested for in pregnancy

Hypnobirthing & Relaxation: Utilising tools & techniques to release fear, tension and support normal birth physiology

Induction of Labour: The use of medical or surgical intervention to start labour

Instrumental or Assisted Delivery: When medically neccesary birth may be assisted via vacuum (suction cup) or forceps by an Obstetrician

Labour Physiology: How the body is designed to work during labour and birth

Meconium Stained Liquor: When baby passes their first bowel motion whilst still in the womb

Natural Methods of Starting Labour: There are no sure fire ways to do this but these things may be worth a shot

Non-pharmacological Pain Relief: Sterile Water Injections, TENS Machine, Aromatherapy, Acupressure & Massage

Nutrition In Pregnancy: Dietary & Supplementary Considerations

Optimal Positioning: Creating alignment and mobility between the mother’s pelvis and the baby position to facilitate smoother labour progress

Pain: Understanding the physiological basis of pain during labour

Pharmacological Pain Relief: Paracetamol, Nitrous Oxide, Injectable Opioids & Epidurals

Perineal Trauma: Tearing occuring to the perineal tissues and/or muscles, naturally or via episiotomy (incision made by caregiver)

Placenta Encapsulation: Refers to the process of having your placenta professionally treated and made into ingestible capsules

Postpartum: From the moment your baby in born, forever more

Pushing aka Second Stage Of Labour: From the time of full dilatation of the cervix (approx 10cm) until the baby is born

Rebozo: A traditional mexican shawl used to provide physical comfort and massage to pregnant, labouring & postpartum women.

Stress, Anxiety & Emotional Well-being: Psychological Aspects of Pregnancy, Labour & Parenthood

Third Stage Of Labour: From the time your baby is born, up until the birth of your placenta

Vaginal Examinations (VE): Assessing "progress" and dilatation of the cervix by performing VE's during labour

VBAC: Vaginal Birth After Caesarean Birth

Vitamin K: Newborn Injection, also available in an oral dosing regime, offered after birth to assist with newborn blood clotting

Waterbirth & Water Immersion: Using the bath or shower as a comfort measure during labour and birth

knowledge is power 〰️