In this episode, Ali is joined by guest co-host, Professor Sue Walker AO, maternal fetal medicine sub-specialist at the Mercy Hospital for Women, and Co-Director of Mercy Perinatal.Ali and Sue discuss COVID-19 in pregnancy and labour and answer

Protecting Your Pregnancy: Managing cCMV Risk Factors

Nov 30th, 2023 28m 6s

In this episode Ali and Rangi chat with Professor Lisa Hui about Congenital Cytomegalovirus (cCMV), and discuss what is cCMV, how it is contracted, and what it means for your pregnancy and your child later in life, and also what actions you can

Preeclampsia 101

Nov 7th, 2023 32m 12s

In this episode Rangi and Ali welcome back Professor Stephen Tong to Prepare. Prof Tong is a specialist obstetrician at the Mercy Hospital for Women, Professor at The University of Melbourne, Co-Director of Mercy Perinatal and author of The Bir

Life's Little Soundtrack: Exploring Fetal Monitoring

Oct 31st, 2023 34m 32s

In this episode, Ali and Rangi chat with Associate Professor Fiona Brownfoot about Fetal Monitoring, and discuss key points, including:What is Fetal Monitoring?Why does my baby need Fetal Monitoring?What does Fetal Monitoring involve? What are

The Pregnancy Dictionary: Part 1

Oct 24th, 2023 9m 34s

Trimesters, placenta, term, uterus, cervix, gestation, vernix, amniotic sac, prenatal, antenatal, postnatal, perinatal... oh my!In this episode, Ali and Rangi go over and break down some common terms you'll hear on your pregnancy journey.

A Window into Your Baby's Health: Understanding Genetic Screening

Oct 18th, 2023 40m 12s

In this episode Ali and Rangi chat with Associate Professor Lisa Hui about Genetic Screening, and discuss what is screened, how screening occurs and when, the costs associated with screening, and follow up testing that may occur.A/Prof Lisa Hui

Sacred Earth, Sacred Birth: Birthing on Country

Oct 12th, 2023 33m 14s

In this special episode, we welcome Professor Catherine Chamberlain, descendent of the Trawlwoolway people of Tasmania (Palawa), registered midwife and public health researcher to discuss the importance and logistics of "birthing on country" fo

Choosing Your Path: Options in Pregnancy Care Models

Oct 12th, 2023 27m 53s

So you've had a positive pregnancy test, and your GP has confirmed that you're pregnant... what now? Ali and Rangi discuss the different pathways of receiving antenatal care, what each model is, who is the primary team, and the pros and cons of

The Placenta: The Unsung Hero of Pregnancy

Oct 12th, 2023 34m 54s

In this episode Rangi and Ali welcome their very first guest to Prepare, Professor Stephen Tong! Prof Tong is a specialist obstetrician at the Mercy Hospital for Women, Professor at The University of Melbourne, Co-Director of Mercy Perinatal an

Building a Healthy Foundation: The Importance of Antenatal Care

Oct 11th, 2023 22m 31s

So why exactly does your medical team want to keep seeing you in your pregnancy for appointments? Rangi and Ali discuss all the different things the medical team get up to in your appointment and behind the scenes to ensure you and your baby ar

I Just Peed on a Stick... What Now?

Oct 11th, 2023 13m 18s

So you've just found out your pregnant through a home pregnancy test (or planning for this step) - what comes next? Listen in as Ali and Rangi discuss the next steps, including making that first GP appointment, taking vitamins, and sharing the

Welcome to Prepare: Our Journeys

Oct 9th, 2023 17m 23s

"Prepare" is the Mercy Perinatal podcast dedicated to helping parents prepare for the journey of pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenthood. “Prepare” is hosted by Dr Rangi De Silva (specialist female obstetrician and gynaecologist) and Alison

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