Will peer support help new mums during COVID-19?
We've started a study pairing new mums with a trained volunteer who has recovered from postnatal depression or anxiety for telephone-based peer support during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Funding to explore premature births preventionOur research will explore whether caseload midwifery – continuity of care from a ‘known’ midwife – for socially disadvantaged and vulnerable women can help reduce their substantially higher risk of preterm births.
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Mum of triplets shares breastfeeding journeyThe Women's is celebrating World Breastfeeding Week by sharing the story of how former patient, Linda, overcame the challenge of feeding her triplets with the help of the Lactation Team.
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Peer support to help new mums’ mental health during COVID-19We have started a study pairing new mums with a trained volunteer who has recovered from postnatal depression or anxiety for telephone-based peer support during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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40 years since the first IVF baby was born at the Women’sWe celebrate 40 years since the birth of Australia’s first baby conceived through IVF, Candice Reed – a major milestone for science and fertility.
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COVID-19 simulations give hospital staff valuable experienceIn-situ simulations at the Royal Women’s Hospital are giving doctors, nurses and midwives a unique opportunity to learn how to care for patients who have a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19.
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New evidence shows examinations in pregnancy should be done differentlyResearch from our Preterm Labour Clinic has shown that, for some women with a high-risk pregnancy, invasive testing may not be helpful in predicting preterm birth.
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Study reveals risk of heart disease later in life for premature babiesA new study by the Women's shows that young adults born extremely premature are susceptible to high blood pressure.
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Staff at the Women’s recognised in Australia Day HonoursThree members of staff have been recognised by the Australian Government for their contribution to women’s health.
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$400,000 awarded to device for critically ill babiesA new device being developed at the Women's to help babies in the Newborn Intensive Care Unit has been awarded a grant from Federal Government of $400,000.
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Advice for pregnant women around smoke hazeThe Royal Women’s Hospital in Melbourne has released advice for pregnant women affected by the smoke haze.
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