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- Premature babies
Sometimes premature labour can be delayed to increase a baby's chance of survival.
- Death of a baby
Miscarriage, stillbirth or neonatal death is a shattering event for those expecting a baby. Grief and anxiety about subsequent pregnancies are common in these circumstances but counselling can help.
- Specialised care for your baby
If your baby is sick at birth or born premature they will be cared for in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) or Special Care Nursery (SCN) to support feeding, breathing and early development.
- Neonatologist
A neonatologist is a medical professional who specialises in caring for newborn babies, particularly those who are ill or born prematurely
- Lupus and pregnancy
Lupus can be controlled with medications, so the majority of affected women are able to have children.
- Jaundice in babies
If your baby is full-term and healthy, mild jaundice is nothing to worry about and will resolve by itself within a week or so.
- Trisomy disorders
Children affected by trisomy usually have a range of birth defects, including delayed development and intellectual disabilities.
- Hospitals in Victoria
Victoria’s hospital system consists of both private and public hospitals, offering a range of healthcare services.
- Dietitian
Dietitians provide information and advice about food and nutrition.
- Lactation Consultant
A lactation consultant is a health professional who specialises in helping women to breastfeed their babies.