Expert panel: Childbirth

For women who are very small, with a small pelvis and who are having a large baby then yes, there can be issues with cepahopelvic disproportion ...

Not necessarily, first time mothers tend to have the experience of their baby engaging in the last few weeks of pregnancy but this is not definite ...

Hi, You should be able to find a health care professional who will prepare you for a vaginal birth. Talk to your local hospital or an independant m...

Hi, You need to talk to your health care providers about your fear so that they are aware and a plan can be put into place for your care. You may h...

You may deliver early given your obstetric history but this is not a guarantee. Every pregnancy is unique. Be very careful about your oral hygiene,...

Abolutely, particularly if you’ve had problems before with birth. Some apprehension is normal and healthy and just serves to prove that wome...

Easy to digest snacks are fruit, bread, dry crackers and some vegetables. Soups, broths, yoghurt and dairy desserts are also easy to digest. Heavy ...

There is no one right answer to this, every mother and her pregnancy are unique. The issue of a mother’s height, the size and gestaton of he...

Hi, You can always get a second opinion. Talk to your GP about a referral to an alternate specialist. Best wishes, Alex

Hi, A caesarean is a more complicated surgical operation and holds more risks to women and their babies than a normal birth. This is why it is reco...

Hi, It does seem as if you need to have a check up. You may not be induced then but plans need to be put in place in case you get ill or natural la...

Hi, I am sorry but I am not aware of this statisitc. On average twins weigh less than a single baby as they have to share the room. Best wishes, Alex

Hi, It is very dfficult for me to diagnose what happened. You may be able to access your medical records so that you can consult with a midwife or ...

Hi, There is an increased chance of you having a casarean birth but that is not definite. A caesarean is an operation where the baby is cut out of ...

Hi, You will find it very difficult to find a doctor or midwife who will be able to support you with your care. However, it may be possible. You wi...

No I do not have any suggestions other than very clearly, you need to see a doctor and be assessed. The cause for your vomiting needs to be determi...

We can only provide you with general advice, every mother and her pregnancy is different and no two mothers are identical. If you are being advised...

Hi, I am sorry but your question seems to have been cut off. Can you please re-post? Thank you! Alex

Hi, THis is very common and it may not indicate that the baby will come early. You can check if your contractions are regular or if they are gettin...

Hi, Your hospital will be able to advise this. Every hospital is different with some providing everythign for the baby and others you need to provi...

Hi, It may be very difficult for you to find a practitioner who is willing to try for a vaginal birth with 3 previous caesareans. You need to talk ...

Hi, You need to enquire through your local Maternity units or the Australian Society of Independent midwives may be able to assist. Best wishes, Alex

Hi, If opiod drugs are given close to the birth usually a reversal drug is given to the baby if there are any problems. SOmetimes the babies can be...

Hi, You are at increased risk of bleeding during the birth and of having problems with your placenta after the birth. However, there are many women...

Hi, There is no known cause for this condition though it occurs more often in women who have had caesareans. It should not much up your menstrual c...

Hi, You can visit your GP over the next few weeks to get routine blood tests attended. They ca also discuss your birth options. You can also talk t...

Hi, Your midwife will check the size of your baby through palpation at each visit. They will be able to check if it is bigger than expected for you...

Hi, You are entitled to decline an induction as long as you are aware of the risks. You may need extra monitoring while you wait for labour to begi...

Hi, If you have had a previous caesarean then it is best to wait until normal labour begins rather than an induction. You will be closely monitored...

Hi, You will need to talk to your midwife about your birth options. If your first caesarean was for a problem with the birht and not a problem with...