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Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr Rangi is once again joined by midwife Erica Spessot as they conclude their six-part series exploring the stages of labour. This episode focuses on the fourth and final stage of labour. It includes the bonding with your baby - the golden hour, contracting of the uterus, hormones, the start of breastfeeding, monitoring you and your baby, resting, going home, and the next steps. Next week, in honour of Endometriosis Awareness Month, we’ll be sharing our...
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Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr Rangi is joined again by midwife Erica Spessot to discuss induction of labour. This is the second of two episodes, focusing on labour and birth during an induction. We also hear again from our producer, Sarah, who shares her lived experience of induction of labour.
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr Rangi is joined again by midwife Erica Spessot to discuss induction of labour. This is the first of two episodes and focuses on the preparation phase: how the cervix ripens and how the body is prepared for the induction process. We also hear from our producer, Sarah, who shares her lived experience of induction of labour (using both methods). Stay tuned for the next episode, where Rangi and Erica (and Sarah) discuss the subsequent stages of the induc...
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr Rangi is joined by Melanie Francis, Clinical Midwifery Educator and Head of Operations ANZ for GynZone. Together, Rangi and Mel explore the important topic of episiotomies. They explain: What is an episiotomy?Why an episiotomy may be recommended during birth and when it can be beneficial for both mother and babyCommon misconceptions about episiotomiesWhat the procedure involves, including the different techniques usedWhat to expect during recovery an...
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr Rangi is joined by Melanie Francis, Clinical Midwifery Educator and Head of Operations ANZ for GynZone. Together, Rangi and Mel take a deep dive into the important - and often daunting - topic of perineal tears. They explain what perineal tears are, why they happen, and the factors that can increase the risk of tearing during birth. They also discuss practical strategies that may help reduce the risk, including perineal massage and the use of wa...
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr Rangi is joined again by pelvic floor physiotherapist and researcher Professor Helena Frawley to explore the pelvic floor, why it matters, and how to keep it healthy before, during, and after pregnancy. This is the first of a two-part series. In this episode Rangi and Helena discuss: How the Pelvic Floor changes in Birth and PostpartumWhat is common and normal after birthHow we can improve symptoms at homeWhen and how to seek help if you're experiencing is...