Everything you need to know about treating and managing engorgement and mastitis
pregnancy
Pregnant women eating too much meat and dairy
Most pregnant women are failing to achieve basic nutritional recommendations because they eat too much meat and dairy and not enough fruit, vegetables and cereals, an Australian study has found.
Circumcision by Australian GPs not cutting it
Circumcisions carried out by GPs in Australia are not following best practice (dorsal penile nerve block plus topic anaesthetic) and anaesthesia is not adequate to ensure avoidance of pain.
Spina bifida occulta
Spina bifida occulta is a split in the spine, hidden by the skin. In the majority of cases, it will cause no problems.
Miscarriage: overview
Miscarriage is a pregnancy that ends spontaneously before 20 weeks. Miscarriage is very common and usually occurs in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy.
Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)
Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), or cot death, is when an apparently healthy baby dies for no obvious reason.
Breast abscesses
A breast abscess is a collection of pus in the breast usually caused by bacterial infection. Find out the symptoms of a breast abscess from myDr.com.au.
Spermicide: How to use, risks and results
Find out about spermicides – a form of contraception – and how they are used. Also, find out their advantages, disadvantages and side effects.
Baby’s development in the womb
A month by month guide to pregnancy and your baby’s development in the womb. Starting at the first month, myDr.com.au brings you all the milestones.
Pregnant women not exercising enough
All pregnant women who are free of medical or obstetric complications should work towards 150-300 minutes of moderate intensity aerobic activity each week.
