Exercise After Birth Congratulations on your new arrival! While your body needs time to heal, incorporating gentle exercises into your routine can make a significant difference. Targeted exercises contribute to your overall well-being and aid in regaining shape and functionality. Deep Breathing and Leg Exercises Even during the initial days of rest, it’s vital to […]
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As an expectant mother, the journey towards childbirth can be both exciting and overwhelming. Proper preparation is key to a smooth labour and transition into early parenthood, and the dedicated healthcare team at Toowoomba Obstetrics and Gynaecology is here to support you throughout your journey. We understand that preparing for labour is a strong focus
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Pregnancy is a remarkable and life-changing experience, and your initial steps can set the tone for a healthy and joyful pregnancy. Dr Lanziz Homar at Toowoomba Obstetrics and Gynaecology wants you to have an incredible pregnancy journey and provides guidance throughout its entirety. Today, let’s explore the first steps you should take when you become
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Toowoomba Obstetrics and Gynaecology celebrates and empowers women this Jean Hailes Women’s Health Week! Held from the 4th to the 8th of September, each day has a unique theme to address various aspects of health and well-being. We especially see the value in Thursday the 7th’s theme, Making it Work, which focuses on managing women’s
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This week is National Diabetes Week, and the team at Toowoomba Obstetrics and Gynaecology is proud to support this important event that raises awareness about diabetes and highlights the importance of early detection, prevention, and management. There are numerous types of diabetes, impacting approximately 1.5 million Australians. At TOAG, we are passionate about supporting pregnancies
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Toowoomba Obstetrics and Gynaecology is celebrating love and diversity this Pride Month. Pride Month is a time for celebration, acceptance, and empowerment, where we recognise the challenges faced by many members of the LGBTQI+ community, and work to create a world enveloped in equality. TOAG stands with the LGBTQI+ community and is committed to creating
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One’s pregnancy journey is very personal and filled with many new challenges, excitements, joys and considerations. Books, the internet, social media, family members, friends, and passing strangers relay a vast variety of pregnancy tips, and it can be difficult to sort through the surplus of information to uncover the best habits to enact. At Toowoomba
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Pregnancy and childbirth are transformative processes that require specialised care and support. At Toowoomba Obstetrics and Gynaecology, we seek to provide all patients with empowering, safe and evidence-based maternity support, and this includes having the right healthcare professionals on our team. One key healthcare figure who fosters positive pregnancy and childbirth experiences is the midwife.
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As a new parent, you may feel overwhelmed by the surplus of parenting books, podcasts and websites. With an extensive range of feeding options widely discussed and available, you may feel unsure about the best feeding approach for you and your baby. TOAG advocates for breastfeeding wherever possible, as the evidence indicates that it brings
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Pregnancy is an exciting time, but it can also be a time of uncertainty for women who are unsure about what they should be doing to maintain a healthy pregnancy. The Australian Dietary Guidelines (ADG) recommends four key components of a healthy lifestyle during and post-pregnancy: appropriate weight gain, a balanced diet, avoiding foods high
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