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371 | Paige, two babies, MGP, hyperthyroidism, epidural, gestational diabetes, insulin, spontaneous labour, Gladstone, maternity crisis, PPH
371 | Paige, two babies, MGP, hyperthyroidism, epidural, gestational diabetes, insulin, spontaneous labour, Gladstone, maternity crisis, PPH
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Length:
85 minutes
Released:
Feb 27, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
In today’s episode Paige shares her birth experiences in Gladstone (population 60,000+) where the hospital is currently on bypass for all maternity patients. It’s a huge issue and a prime example of the maternity system crisis (we’re seeing similar situations in Geelong, Victoria and Burnie, Tasmania). She takes us through her two pregnancies and births, including her second where she was diagnosed with gestational diabetes but was educated enough to request a different treatment plan and avoid an induction. At 39 weeks she didn’t know where she would birth - an unsettling feeling - and when her labour progressed quickly, she was supported to birth at Gladstone but knew she couldn’t have pharmacological pain relief. Her birth was positive and empowering but five hours later she started haemorrhaging and was transferred via ambulance to Rockhampton hospital where she stayed for three days. -------------------------- It's here! My new book, The Complete Australian Guide to Pregnancy and Birth, is available for purchase now. This book covers everything you need as you journey through pregnancy and prepare for a positive birth experience. --> Get yours today. I hope you love it.
Released:
Feb 27, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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