Some pregnant women find hot weather challenging. During pregnancy, the core body temperature rises, which can make a person more sensitive to heat. Also, carrying a baby means you’re carrying…
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What to do when you find out you are pregnant
So… the pregnancy test is positive! Even if you’ve been planning to get pregnant, finding out that you actually are pregnant can be overwhelming. Sometimes people are so focused on…
Covid-19 update
As you will be aware, the Government has issued instructions for people who have returned to Victoria from NSW or who have visited COVID-19 exposure sites across Melbourne. Certain people…
Covid-19 update
In line with DHHS instructions concerning COVID-19, The Royal Women’s Hospital has changed its policy regarding visitors and partners/support people. The main changes, which also apply to visitors to Frances…
Postnatal bleeding
Vaginal bleeding (also known as lochia) is normal for up to six weeks after giving birth. Lochia is expelled by the uterus as it contracts back to its pre-pregnancy size.…
COVID-19 update
Frances Perry House has updated its visitor guidelines. The main changes are: 1. From Monday 21st December, one partner or support person can now accompany a patient to their WOGS…