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Services Offered
Antenatal Care Services
This is a collaborative decision between the woman, the Obstetrician and a member of the MotherNurture team.
We aim to have at least three visits with most clients. This would usually include a long, short antenatal appointment and a Maternity care planning appointment.
The frequency of our visits and how we will work with your GP or Obstetrician will be discussed at the first appointment.
At this stage all in-hospital treatment will be the sole responsibility of the Obstetrician including all labour and birth care.
Below are the services provided antenatally:
- Standard Antenatal Observations for both the Mother and Fetus
- All Standard tests ordered and reviewed (Bloods, ultrasounds, swabs, Anti-D as indicated)
- Education focusing on your current stage in the pregnancy
- Education on what to expect in labour and birth whatever your choices are, we spend time with you and your partner to help you feel more confident and prepared for your new parenting role
- Education on breastfeeding and early newborn care
Postnatal Care Services
The visits are tailored and modified to each individual client. As a standard we usually perform the first three weeks as postnatal home (long) visits. This is offered to clients within a reasonable distance of metropolitan Adelaide. Weeks four to six are usually conducted in either of our clinic locations at North Eastern Community Hospital or Glenelg Community Hospital.
Initially visits are twice weekly until breastfeeding and any other issues resolved. Then visits move to weekly or as required.
A phone support service is offered for all clients (8am-8pm)
Visits attract Medicare Rebates, please see our Pricing Information.
All services listed are available, services and schedule of visits are modified to each clients needs.
Below are the services offered postnatally:
- Settling and Routine guidance
- Breast feeding support
- Baby Massage/ Reflexology
- Baby weighing and measurements
- Mother and newborn postnatal checks
- Education and advice specific to the development of your baby
- Baby care advice
- Written resources as appropriate to support our advice and education
- Wound care (in consultation with your Obstetrician or GP as required)
- Relaxation/self-hypnosis techniques following the 'BirthSkills' program
Please note that we work closely with your own Obstetrician/ Paediatrician and GP to provide these services.
All listed services available for the first eight postnatal weeks.
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