Breastfeeding: A Shared Responsibility
Breastfeeding is flagged by global health entities as being the best start to life a mother can give her baby and child. As part of World Breastfeeding Week – which runs from August 1-17 – we wanted to explore this topic further and highlight how…
COVID-19 Update: South East Queensland Lockdown
Following the Queensland Government’s announcement regarding the South East Queensland 3-day lockdown that comes into effect at 4pm this afternoon (Saturday 31st July 2021), we would like to assure our community that Hatch Private Maternity services will continue, with some necessary updates to operations. In…
COVID-19 Update: Easing of Greater Brisbane Restrictions
Following the Queensland Government’s announcement this morning regarding the easing of restrictions after the Greater Brisbane 3-day lockdown, which comes into effect at 6:01pm tonight (Monday 11 January 2021), we would like to assure our community that Hatch Private Maternity will operate as normal, with only…
Perinatal Mental Health: Tips on How to Look After Your Emotional Wellbeing
Having a baby is life-changing and can bring so much joy, love and fulfilment however all of the new demands and responsibilities can feel difficult at times, as well as relentless. Perinatal Mental Health Awareness Week was celebrated this month from 8-14 November, 2020, so…
Perinatal Mental Health: Being Aware of Anxiety and Depression in Pregnancy and After Birth
Expecting a baby or becoming a new parent isn’t always associated with feelings of joy – you are bound to experience difficult times too. What’s important is how you cope and get through those times, and to know you’re not alone. Perinatal Mental Health Awareness…
Waiting for Labour. Timing of Birth of Low Risk Women: a Collaborative Approach
In those first few weeks after the confirmation you have new life growing inside of you, being pregnant and becoming a mum consumes your thoughts. As the weeks go by and your ability to find any position comfortable in your third trimester, your excitement is…
We are What We Eat: Important Nutrients in Pregnancy
It can be a very exciting time when you find out you are having a baby. If this is your first pregnancy, you may be busy making future plans, designing the nursery, renovating, moving into a bigger house, buying clothes, having a baby shower and……
The Benefits of Parents Groups
While it’s an exciting and precious time in a new parent’s life to welcome a baby, it’s the “what-happens-next” part that can be so daunting. This is especially the case with first-time parents, and if you’re in this category, please remember that you’re not alone. …
Ten Interesting Things the Body Does in Pregnancy
A woman’s body undergoes some amazing changes when it’s growing a little human being. Here are just 10 little gems the body does, which you may know already but have not really thought about. If you’re pregnant, chances are these interesting facts will come in…
What is Birth Trauma and Where Can I Get Help?
Women, parents and families don’t have to walk the journey alone if they’ve been affected by birth trauma. That is the overarching message of Birth Trauma Awareness Week, run by the Australasian Birth Trauma Association (ABTA) from the 6-12th September. The week aims to raise…
Breastfeeding & Tips for Partners
The importance of partner and family support for the breastfeeding mum. With World Breastfeeding Week here, there is a wave of information for the breastfeeding mums to digest. At Hatch, we support all families to make their own informed decision on how they will feed…