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You’re pregnant! Women’s Specialist Group would like to congratulate you on this wonderful news and express how much we are looking forward to caring for you during this special time.

As the first all-female obstetrics and gynaecology group practice in Western Sydney we understand what you expect, and need, from your obstetrician. Each pregnancy is unique and whether you are a first time mother or a veteran you’ll need the knowledge and guidance of a caring, committed and experienced professional to support you on this journey.

So what is obstetrics?

The role of an obstetrician is to monitor your wellbeing during pregnancy and the development of your baby. When the day comes your obstetrician will work in collaboration with midwives to achieve a normal delivery. In cases where advance medical or surgical assistance is required your obstetrician will assess the situation and perform the necessary procedures to ensure a safe delivery.

In plain terms obstetrics is the medical care of mother and child during pregnancy, childbirth and postnatally. Our experienced obstetricians possess the most up to date clinical knowledge and skills. We also work collaboratively with paediatricians, neonatologists and midwives for the wellbeing of both mother and new-born.

Committed to You

Our pioneering ethos of care is designed by women, for women. Women’s Specialist Group’s approach to maternity care is about offering a first-class, safe, non-judgemental and consistent experience with a focus on empowering our patients.

Services

Pregnancy care

You will receive an antenatal care package at your first visit with us, containing useful information for the rest of your pregnancy
We will outline a schedule of anticipated visits during your pregnancy and the tests required
At each visit with us, we will perform an ultrasound to check wellbeing of your baby
You will be cared for by your preferred specialist during the pregnancy and the birth. However due to the unpredictable nature of obstetrics your primary specialist may not be available. We will arrange for you to meet the other female specialists in the practice during the pregnancy so that you will always have a familiar face at the birth

Birth

Choice of delivery in Westmead Public or Private hospitals
We promote encourage advocate for normal birth and believe strongly in supporting our patients through this journey
We work alongside many experienced and caring midwives and believe in holistic teamwork to bring out the best experience
We understand care in pregnancy means 2 patients (mother and baby). Conditions of mother and baby at birth can be unpredictable and by birthing in the public hospital with neonatal team and facility immediately available on site, you can have peace of mind knowing all bases are covered. At the same time by signing up with our private Obstetric care package you are guaranteed expert female specialist care for the entire duration of your pregnancy, and a female specialist attending your birth.
Birthing in the public hospital has the advantage of having immediate access 24/7 to emergency operating theatre, anaesthetic staff as well as neonatal care (for newborns) should the need arise. Unique or specific to our patients will receive a postnatal care package including extended length of postnatal stay, and partner allowed to stay overnight with patient

Booking your care

When you ring our Receptionists will ask for the first day of your last menstrual period, which will help us estimate when the baby will be due. We will need your contact details, Medicare number, and private health insurance details. You will need a referral from a GP for each pregnancy in order to claim a Medicare rebate, and to allow us to communicate with your family doctor should this be necessary. A referral from another specialist (such as an IVF doctor) will only last for three months.

All our patients are delivered at Frances Perry House http://www.francesperryhouse.com.au, so please make sure you have the necessary private health insurance for Obstetrics and have fulfilled any waiting period for this condition.

Once we have taken your booking, a package of information will be posted to you. This includes important documents to read and think about before your first visit, in particular issues to discuss with your husband or partner regarding prenatal testing and the fees charged by your obstetrician.
Please return all relevant forms and documents to our consulting suites prior to your first appointment along with any blood test results or ultrasounds already ordered by your GP.