Becoming, or planning to become pregnant is an important (and sometimes confusing) time of life. It is key that you consider all areas of your health and well being at this time and develop a good support network. Integriti clinicians are there to help you with this journey and an early appointment with our team to discuss options and any concerns is often really helpful. We aim to provide you with clear information and take into account your individual needs and circumstances when we create your personal plan with you. We can support you from the moment you become or decide to become pregnant, through to regaining your best post natal health and wellbeing. Our friendly and approachable team are waiting to meet you!
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Preconception Planning
When you are planning to have a baby it can be both an exciting and frustrating time. There’s a lot to think about, even before you factor in the changes needed when an extra person enters your life. Whatever challenges we face when trying to become pregnant, lifestyle has a profound impact upon our bodies and their readiness to conceive and navigate pregnancy. Integriti doctors are well placed to support you through pregnancy planning and beyond. From explaining ovulation to lifestyle assessments, we can ensure you are optimising the chance of natural conception. When this becomes more challenging, Integriti doctors can explore the reasons for this and ensure you have clear pathways for referral to appropriate specialists when needed.
Please download and complete the preconception questionnaire and bring it with you to optimise your consultation. Please see Fees and Bookings sections should you wish to attend as a couple.
Integriti doctors offer antenatal care. This is care for you and your baby whilst you are pregnant. Antenatal care includes appropriate timely investigations to monitor both you and your developing baby, including scans and prenatal screening tests. You will be able to discuss such tests with your doctor and this can include tests covered by Medicare such as first trimester screening and tests not covered by Medicare such as Noninvasive prenatal test (NIPT). Your doctor will monitor your health throughout your pregnancy and if you have medical conditions will work to ensure these are stable. They will also provide mental health assessments and support throughout pregnancy. We recognise this is a time of change and developing new ‘norms’ can be challenging. We work to provide a positive nurturing environment so that you feel empowered to discuss all your questions and concerns without judgement. Please remember there are no questions that shouldn’t be asked! Some Integriti doctors may be able to offer ‘shared’ antenatal care with the local obstetricians and midwives. Please ask if this is available in your area.
Post natal care is care provided for you and also your baby in the weeks following delivery. Depending upon your individual circumstances this may continue up to 12 months following the birth of your baby. This is a really important time of your life. New bonds are being made and you are establishing your family life. We can support you with all your needs, from a joint check up at 6 weeks for you and bub, to feeding advice (whether that’s breast or bottle), post natal pelvic floor assessments, emotional support and more. If you need to see our allied health colleagues for management of post natal changes we can also assist with arranging this. We can also provide ongoing monitoring for post natal blood pressure, diabetes and thyroid problems identified during pregnancy until stable.
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