Railway Terrace Medical Practice

24/12/2023

11/11/2022

It’s normal for most to parents feel emotional or anxious in the first 2 weeks of having a baby. But if those feelings persist, it’s encouraged to talk to a friend or a health professional.

1 in 5 new mums and 1 in 10 new dads will experience perinatal depression and anxiety.

This Perinatal Mental Health Week (6 – 12 November), let’s remind any expecting or new parents that it’s okay to feel overwhelmed and it’s okay to ask for help.

For information, resources and advice:

- NSW Health services and supports at https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/mentalhealth/services/parents/Pages/default.aspx
- Parent Line NSW Parent Line is a free telephone counselling and support service for parents and carers with children aged 0 to 18 who live in NSW. Visit www.parentline.org.au or phone 1300 1300 52
- For ‘A guide for dads: Caring for your family during perinatal mental illness’ visit: https://bit.ly/3lkQclg
- MumSpace provides support for the emotional health of new mums at every step: https://www.mumspace.com.au/
- COPE provides practical information to work through all the emotional challenges of becoming and being a parent
- Beyond Blue has new information for new and expectant parents: https://healthyfamilies.beyondblue.org.au/pregnancy-and-new-parents
- Black Dog Institute has a range of resources Blackdoginstitute.org.au/resources-support/fact-sheets/

For those requiring more support:
- PANDA supports families struggling with perinatal anxiety or depression 1300 726 306
- If you need to talk to someone immediately, The Mental Health Line is available to everyone in NSW and operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call 1800 011 511

04/10/2022

Making sure your child is vaccinated on-time is important when it comes to enrolling them in childcare, pre-school and school in NSW.

Find out when your child's vaccinations are due: health.nsw.gov.au/vaccinate

06/09/2022

Did you know more than one in two adults and one in five children are above a healthy weight in NSW?

Making small healthy changes in your day can help you and your family feel better and healthier.

NSW Health is proud to launch the NSW Healthy Eating and Active Living Strategy 2022-2032, a whole-of-government plan to continue investment in the prevention of overweight and obesity in NSW.

Read more about the strategy: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/heal/Pages/nsw-healthy-eating-strategy.aspx

Follow Healthy Eating Active Living NSW for tips and free programs to help you eat healthily and move more.

28/08/2022

Do you need some help with breastfeeding?

You’re not alone. It takes time and practice to settle into breastfeeding, but there is support available while you learn.

You can call the breastfeeding helpline for free 24/7 on 1800 686 268 for support to help you breastfeed.

More information: http://www.health.nsw.gov.au/breastfeeding

12/07/2022

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We are happy to inform that all TutorMate programmes may now be purchased at a 17% discount for employees and patients of Railway Terrace Medical Practice, and all Silkroyale items can now be purchased at a 30% discount.
For a code to use this offer, please get in touch with your doctor's office.

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23/06/2022

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17/06/2022

It’s important to ask for help when you need it, especially if you’re feeling down or struggling with your mental health.

Whether you’re a man who is suffering from a mental illness, dealing with major life change, or just going through a rough patch, you’re not alone and there are services available that can help.

For mental health support and resources:
• MensLine Australia (24/7) – 1300 78 99 78 or https://mensline.org.au
• Lifeline – 13 11 14 (24/7) or https://www.lifeline.org.au/
• Su***de Call Back Service (24/7) – 1300 659 467 or https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/
• Men’s Referral Service – 1300 766 491 or https://www.ntv.org.au/
• Beyond Blue – 1300 22 4636 or https://www.beyondblue.org.au/who-does-it-affect/men
• Rural Adversity Mental Health Program – 1800 879 096 or https://ramhp.com.au/

For online resources and support services for Dads:
• Dadvice – https://healthyfamilies.beyondblue.org.au/pregnancy-and-new-parents/dadvice-for-new-dads
• SMS4DADS – sms4dads.com
• Tresillian - https://www.tresillian.org.au/advice-tips/parent/just-for-dads/
• Parent Line NSW - 1300 1300 52 or https://www.parentline.org.au/
• Dads In Distress – 1300 853 437 or https://parentsbeyondbreakup.com/dids/
• PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety and Depression) - 1300 726 306 or https://panda.org.au/

You can also call the NSW Mental Health Line for advice on mental health services 24/7 on 1800 011 511.

Please speak to a licensed mental health professional or your GP if you have serious concerns for your mental health.

For emergency support, please call Triple Zero (000).

More info on mental health services and programs: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/mentalhealth/services/Pages/default.aspx

31/05/2022

Practising self-care is so important for your wellbeing.

It's easy to forget to put your needs first, especially when you're busy. But doing a little something for yourself each day can be a helpful way to boost your mental health.

Self-care looks different for everyone, but examples can include:

• physical activity, such as yoga, running or lifting weights
• reading a book
• meditation
• painting, drawing or colouring-in
• listening to your favourite music or a podcast
• spending time with a friend or family member
• getting outside and being in nature

Create your own self-care plan: www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/news/the-importance-of-self-care-planning-during-coronavirus/

If you have been struggling with your mental health for more than 2 weeks, it’s time to talk to your GP.

More info on mental health services and programs: www.health.nsw.gov.au/mentalhealth/services/Pages/default.aspx

19/05/2022

Today is World Family Doctor Day. So, we at RTMP are recognising the role and contribution of hard-working family GPs.

17/05/2022

Flu and COVID-19 are serious illnesses, even in children and teenagers.

Protect your loved ones this winter. Get your child vaccinated against flu and COVID-19.

Speak to your GP about getting vaccinated today.

More info: www.nsw.gov.au

06/05/2022

For the first time in two years flu is circulating in NSW.

We are expecting an increase in all respiratory viruses this winter due to open borders, increased travel and the reduction in restrictions. And because we haven’t had flu in the community for a few years, our immunity against it is lower too.

Your best protection this winter is to get a flu vaccine, practice safe behaviours such as staying home when unwell. Also remember to keep up to date with your COVID-19 vaccinations.

More info: www.nsw.gov.au/flu