Making Babies: Q&A in The National Maternity Hospital
Summary
Professor Shane Higgins, a consultant obstetrician at the National Maternity Hospital, joins Andrea Gilligan on News Talk to address listener questions on maternity and fertility. The episode covers the accuracy of ovulation prediction kits and how to track cycles, while also discussing the causes and recurrence risks of neonatal jaundice. A significant portion of the conversation is dedicated to the controversy surrounding the removal of consultant-led private obstetric care in public hospitals and its impact on patient choice. Higgins also provides advice on distinguishing early labor fro…
Topics discussed
Introduction and show setup
Accuracy and use of ovulation prediction kits
Preventing neonatal jaundice in future pregnancies
Impact of removing private obstetric care options
Distinguishing early labor from Braxton Hicks
Advice on creating and discussing birth plans
Closing remarks and sign-off
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