Maternal Birth Trauma – Birth Injury (to mother)
Birth injuries refer to injuries sustained in childbirth, either to the mother or child. Unfortunately,
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Stillbirth and neonatal death
Most pregnancies end happily with a healthy mother and baby. Tragically, this is not always
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Claims for gynaecological injury during childbirth
When a mother sustains a gynaecological injury during childbirth, often the first emotion is not
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What is Birth Trauma and what legal options are available?
Birth trauma refers to a wide variety of medical conditions – ranging from physical and
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Elective Caesarean Sections
One in three Australian babies is born by caesarean section (C-section). C-sections may be either
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IVF & Donor Children
With more and more couples and individuals turning to in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) or other assisted
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Pregnancy and Birth – ART terms explained
Assisted reproductive technology (ART) ART refers to the technology used to aid assist those who
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Hormone replacement therapy
Various drugs collectively known as Hormone Replacement Therapy (“HRT”) have been recognised as effective treatments
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Genetic testing and screening during pregnancy
There are a number of diagnostic and screening tests available to the expectant mother. Some
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Pregnancy and Birth – Obstetric terms explained
Obstetric negligence is a complex area of law and one which may involve a number
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Surrogacy
Surrogacy refers to an arrangement made under which a woman (birth mother or surrogate) carries
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