Something to Remember 32 Greenslopes Maternity Your Journey When you need breastfeeding help Following the birth of your baby, your midwife will assist you with breastfeeding advice and support. Whilst in hospital you will receive support and guidance with breastfeeding from our midwives and nurses. Lactation Consultants (LC) will also be available if you are having breastfeeding problems. If necessary, a breastfeeding plan will be developed by an LC which will be regularly reviewed. This will direct all midwives and nurses as they assist you and help minimise any conflicting breastfeeding advice. Child Health Services In Queensland, Child Health services are available to all families with children under six years of age. If this is your first baby, your child health nurse will provide you with an opportunity to meet other parents in your local area. The service aims to provide parents with support, information and advice for issues around: • parenting • health, behaviour and development of your child • your health and wellbeing • child safety • immunisation • infant feeding and nutrition • family planning. Child safety/car restraints In Australia, babies are not permitted by law to travel in a car (or taxi) without a restraint that is suitable for their age and weight. This includes the trip home from the hospital. Check the hire section in your telephone book. Contraception It’s safe to resume having sex following the birth of your baby. You may feel reluctant to have sex even after a number of months, especially if you have had problems with your pelvic floor. Discuss any problems that continue after six weeks with your doctor. After you have given birth, ovulation can occur at any time, even when you are breastfeeding. We encourage you to think about contraception and discuss with your doctor the methods of contraception that are suitable for you after birth. Cord blood collection Cord blood left behind in the placenta and umbilical cord after the birth of a baby is a rich source of blood-forming stem cells. The placenta and the blood in the cord have no function after your baby is born and it is normally discarded. These stem cells can be used instead of bone marrow transplants in children. Greenslopes Private Hospital is unable to collect cord blood for private companies. If you would like more information on cord blood collection talk with your Obstetrician. Financial support/benefits Once you have your baby, you will receive a package at the hospital which includes claim forms for government payments that you may be entitled to now you are a parent. You are required by law to register the birth of your baby within 60 days of the birth. Soon after the birth, the hospital will provide you with a Birth Registration Statement. For more information, contact: QLD Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages Monday – Friday, 8.30am – 4.30pm 1300 366 430 Breastfeeding is a learned skill. Both you and your baby need time, patience and practice to get it right. Don’t be afraid to ask for help. Your breast milk is the perfect food for your baby. It protects against gastroenteritis and diarrhoea, ear and chest infections, allergies, diabetes and other medical conditions. You are required by law to register the birth of your baby within 60 days of the birth. Soon after the birth, the hospital will provide you with a Birth Registration Statement. Helpful Hints Important Information Something to Remember Remember Info to note
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