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This is the pregnancy phobia no one is talking about

March 5, 2018

Obstetrician Dr Joseph Sgroi at Epworth Freemasons in Melbourne says telling a woman she has tokophobia may actually make things worse. “I don’t label someone by saying, ‘I think you’re

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In the Media ,Pregnancy

Can you safely lose weight during pregnancy

March 1, 2018

Dr Joseph Sgroi tells Mamamia while he would never advise a pregnant woman to go on a shake diet, losing weight during pregnancy isn’t always a bad idea. “We’d be encouraging

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In the Media ,Pregnancy

The mums who hand delivered their own babies

February 23, 2018

Of course, it’s not just during a C-section that you can be ‘hands on’ in delivering your baby. Women who have vaginal births can also assist, says Dr Sgroi. “Once

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Can I still have sex during pregnancy

February 20, 2018

“There’s no reason to think that your sex life has to change just because you’re pregnant,” Dr Joe tells Mum Central. “Some women don’t feel as attractive during pregnancy and this

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Women's Health ,Post Pregnancy ,Pregnancy ,Gynaecology

Pelvic floor exercises

February 1, 2018

This is the one of the most important things I remind all my patients that are preparing for pregnancy, are already pregnant and when I see them after the birth

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Pregnancy

Safe pregnancy – dietary requirements

January 28, 2018

To ensure better health and a safe pregnancy the best things to do are: Maintain healthy and hygienic habits Eat a healthy, nutrient rich, well-balanced diet Drink plenty of water

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