Gosford Private Hospital advertorial
Gosford Private Hospital advertorial
Coping through Pregnancy and motherhood
Pregnancy and the birth of your baby can be a highly stressful and difficult time for new parents – a time of change , uncertainty and new beginnings . At Gosford Private Hospital , the experienced midwives and educators are committed to supporting new mums ( and dads ) throughout their pregnancy , childbirth and beyond .
The support services offered by Gosford Private to new parents include a comprehensive education program – available to parents-to-be during pregnancy , throughout their stay in the hospital , and in the first weeks back home .
One way in particular that the staff at Gosford Private also provide support for couples , is in the area of perinatal mental health . The perinatal period is generally defined as the time from 20 weeks of pregnancy through until 28 days after birth . It is a period of significant change for new parents and the time of life when women are most at risk of developing emotional and mental health problems .
Support during pregnancy and after birth Gosford Private runs a comprehensive antenatal program , Birth & Beyond , covering all the basics of preparing for birth and caring for a newborn baby , along with a free Meet & Greet session , offering an opportunity for new parents to meet the team of midwives , seek reassurance about their birth experience , and ask any questions they may have . A one-on-one ‘ Booking In ’ session at the hospital also provides an opportunity to access information about local support services and programs . For those mums experiencing emotional or psychological difficulties through pregnancy or after the birth of their child , Gosford Private ’ s sister hospital , Brisbane Waters Private Hospital in Woy Woy , offers a new Perinatal Mental Health & Wellbeing Program .
The program is run over a half day for 10 weeks , and is based on the principles of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy ( CBT ). It has It has been developed from current research into perinatal disorders and provides
information and advice on an array of topics , including understanding and managing anxiety and depression , assertive communication skills , relaxation , mindfulness , goal setting and creating a balanced lifestyle .
If you are interested in accessing the Perinatal Mental Health & Wellbeing Program at Brisbane Waters Private , you will need to discuss this with your treating GP / Doctor who will assess your suitability and , if appropriate , provide a referral .
During your stay Along with the extended 4-5 night stay offered by Gosford Private Hospital after your birth , a new initiative recently introduced by the Midwife team is ongoing support and information via email from the not-for-profit Centre of Perinatal Excellence ( COPE ).
“ COPE provides regular email information and support for women throughout their pregnancy and during motherhood ,” says Kathy Hay , Midwife Educator at Gosford Private Hospital .
COPE also provides resources and online training for health professionals , ensuring that the support offered by Gosford Private matches seamlessly with the advice that new mums are receiving from COPE .
“ Ready to COPE will empower and comfort you with trustworthy and credible information so you can be prepared for and understand your thoughts and feelings as they arise ”. For more information and to sign up , visit www . readytocope . org . au
Other support resources and programs Other resources recommended by Gosford Private to support new mums throughout their pregnancy journey and into new parenthood , include the Smiling Mind App with guides to improving mindfulness ; the range of resources available through the Beyond Blue website ; and the ‘ First Weeks ’ baby massage and lactation support program offered at the hospital , where new parents have the opportunity to connect with their babies and other new parents going through the same stage of their parenting journey .
Learn more about Gosford Private Maternity Services and the support programs available , at www . gosfordprivate . com . au
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