Breastfeeding has many benefits for mother and baby. It contains all the nutrients required and changes to adapt to your baby’s needs. It is recommended that babies are exclusively breastfed where possible until six months old, when solid foods can…
Central Coast Midwifery Group Practice (CCMGP) offers safe, publicly-funded homebirth to women on the Central Coast. Homebirth is an extension of CCMGP birthplace choices, ensuring continuity of care throughout your pregnancy, birth and postpartum journey is provided in the comfort…
General healthy eating Australian Dietary Guidelines – Eat for Health Provides advice about the amount and kinds of foods that we need to eat for health and wellbeing. Dietitian Association of Australia For up to date nutrition information check out…
Throughout your pregnancy a midwife will support you in preparing to go home with your baby. Evidence shows that it is the best for mother and baby to return home as soon as possible after birth. If you are both…
Deciding when to come to hospital may not be easy. Assistance is always available. Do not hesitate to phone day or night. Contact the Gosford Birthing Unit on 02 4320 3440. Women in Midwifery Group Practice models phone their allocated…
Having a baby is a major life event for a woman and her family, and every woman should have access to the antenatal care of their choice. One option is Antenatal Share Care with your GP. This means that your…
Choosing the best care for you Most women will experience an uncomplicated pregnancy and birth, however, a small number of women will require more specialised care during this time. We provide various medical and midwifery care options including care as…
Gosford Hospital Medical and midwifery antenatal clinics Ten birthing suites all with ensuite bathrooms and fixed baths Maternity ward for care before and after birth Day Assessment unit Neonatal Nursery for unwell or premature babies A Gosford Hospital Maternity Services…
