Embrace Midwifery Services

15/12/2025

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14/12/2025

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𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟮 of the 𝟭𝟮 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 - "𝗚𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗘𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻"

(12 𝙩𝙞𝙥𝙨 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙛𝙖𝙢𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙬𝙝𝙤 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙣𝙖𝙫𝙞𝙜𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘾𝙝𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙢𝙖𝙨 𝙖𝙛𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙗𝙖𝙗𝙮 𝙤𝙧 𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙙 𝙡𝙤𝙨𝙨)❤

14/12/2025

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12/12/2025

𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐚: 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐊𝐧𝐨𝐰 ✨

Placenta previa is a pregnancy condition that occurs when the placenta implants low in the uterus and covers part or all of the cervix. As the baby needs to birth through the cervix, the position of the placenta can create risks, especially later in pregnancy. In many cases, a planned caesarean section becomes the safest option for birth.

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐈𝐬 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐚? ✨

In a typical pregnancy, the placenta attaches to the uterus away from the cervix. With placenta previa, the placenta sits much lower and is touching of covering the cervical opening. Sometimes it may appear that the placenta is attached to the cervix but on further imaging and with growth of the uterus the low-lying placenta shifts away from the cervix.

𝐓𝐲𝐩𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐚 ✨

𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 (𝐋𝐨𝐰-𝐋𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠):
The placenta is near the cervix, within 2 cm, but not covering it. This type may resolve on its own with growth of the uterus.

𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥:
The placenta covers part of the cervical opening.

𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞:
The placenta fully covers the cervix.

𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐬
The most common sign of placenta previa is painless vaginal bleeding, usually in the second half of pregnancy. The bleeding may vary in amount and can start and stop unexpectedly.
Some people have no symptoms at all, and the condition is discovered during a routine ultrasound.

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐈𝐬 𝐈𝐭 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐠𝐧𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝? ✨
Placenta previa is diagnosed through ultrasound. If a low-lying placenta is seen at the mid-pregnancy scan, follow-up scans are arranged later on to see whether it has moved upwards as the uterus expands.

𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐈𝐬 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤? ✨
Placenta previa is more likely in women who:
• Have had previous caesarean sections or uterine surgery
• Are over 35
• Smoke
• Have had multiple pregnancies
• Are carrying twins or more
These factors can influence how and where the placenta implants.

𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 ✨
Placenta previa can increase the risk of:
• Heavy bleeding
• Preterm birth
• Hospital admission for monitoring
• Early birth if bleeding is significant

Because of these risks, pregnancies with placenta previa are carefully monitored by an Obstetrician.

𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 ✨
Management varies depending on the type of placenta previa and whether bleeding occurs. It may include:
• Regular ultrasounds to monitor the placenta
• Reducing physical activity
• Avoiding sexual in*******se may be advised
• Hospital care during episodes of bleeding
• Planning a caesarean birth if the placenta covers the cervix in late pregnancy

With attentive antenatal care, many people with placenta previa have healthy pregnancies and positive birth experiences.

Although placenta previa can feel overwhelming, understanding the condition and following your care plan can help ensure the best possible outcome. Staying informed, attending all appointments, and knowing when to seek help are key to navigating this condition confidently 💜

12/12/2025

𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐞𝐱𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 🌸

With our move to our new premises in Morphett Vale, we’re excited offer our Sexual Health Clinic at Embrace Midwifery Services ✨

One important reminder for women of all ages-staying up to date with your Pap smear is essential. Regular cervical screening plays a vital role in early detection and long-term health, and it’s something we often put off while caring for everyone else.

The good news?
You can book your Pap smear right here in clinic with Larissa, in a calm, supportive, and respectful environment where your comfort comes first 🙌🏼

Whether you’re overdue, unsure when your last test was, or just want a familiar face, we are here for you.

📍 2 Gertrude Street, Morphett Vale
📅 Appointments available now
📲 Book here > https://tinyurl.com/5a34jmkb

Because looking after yourself is just as important as looking after others 💜

09/12/2025

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09/12/2025

Did you know you can buy your Qiara products through Embrace Midwifery Services?

Qiara Probiotics support gut health, immunity, and overall well-being—especially during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Each dose is carefully sealed to keep the probiotics fresh and effective.

Proudly made by a small Australian company passionate about supporting mums and families 💜

Shop here > https://www.embracemidwifery.com.au/shop

08/12/2025

We’re Hiring! 🌿
Embrace Midwifery Services is looking for a passionate Midwife based in Mildura — or someone who is open to relocating to this beautiful region 🍊

We’re seeking a midwife who is already endorsed, or keen to work towards endorsement with our support.
If you’re dedicated to providing compassionate, woman-centred care and want to join a supportive, like-minded team, we’d love to hear from you 💜

Please send 'Expressions of Interest' to enquiries@embracemidwifery.com.au

06/12/2025

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Summer has arrived and breastfeeding belongs everywhere mothers and babies do. ☀️🤱

Here’s to warm days, sandy toes, and feeding your baby wherever you both feel comfortable.

Thank you Marcy for letting us share this wonderful moment!

06/12/2025

Wishing the happiest birthday to our lovely friend and colleague, Nikita!
We hope you’ve had the most wonderful day soaking up the sunshine ☀️
Lots of love 💜

05/12/2025

✨ 𝐄𝐦𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐝𝐰𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 – 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐨 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭 ✨

Eighteen months ago, Nikita, Jo and Cassie came together with over 40 years of combined midwifery experience and a shared vision: to create something personal, meaningful, and truly centred on continuity of care for women and their families across the Adelaide Region, including the Fleurieu Peninsula, Adelaide Hills, Murraylands, the Barossa and surrounds.

Built from friendship, purpose and a deep belief in what midwifery can be when it’s done with heart, Embrace Midwifery has grown into a strong, connected team dedicated to empowering women through pregnancy, birth and early parenting.

Today, that vision continues to flourish.
What began as three passionate midwives has now grown into a team of twelve, each bringing warmth, skill and wholehearted care to the families we serve.

🌿 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐌𝐢𝐝𝐰𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦:
• Danni – Endorsed Midwife
• Ashlee – Endorsed Midwife and IBCLC
• Chloe – Endorsed Midwife
• Carly – Endorsed Midwife based in the clinic and IBCLC
• Larissa – Endorsed Midwife based in the clinic

🌿 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐧 & 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦:
• Shylie – Administration
• Paige – Administration
• Kylie & Sidney – Marketing, Social Media & Graphic Design

Together, we continue to walk alongside families with evidence-informed, woman-centred care and we are so grateful to have supported over 100 families in welcoming their babies into the world.

🌟 𝐀 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐞𝐫 — 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐩𝐡𝐞𝐭𝐭 𝐕𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐜 𝐈𝐬 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧!

Alongside our homebirth, pre and postnatal services, we are thrilled to welcome families into our very own clinic space in Morphett Vale - a calm, supportive environment designed to meet families exactly where they are in their journey.

𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐜 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐬:

✨ Drop-in clinic – Baby weigh-ins & midwife advice
✨ Lactation support – IBCLC consultations
✨ Acuneedling clinic – Pregnancy planning, nausea, birth prep, recovery & mastitis
✨ Family planning & sexual health – Preconception, contraception & counselling
✨ Antenatal & postnatal care – Medicare-covered visits to 7 weeks postpartum
✨ Immunisations – For mothers & babies
✨ Pregnancy iron infusion clinic
✨ Hyperemesis Gravidarum management & support
✨ Education classes – Childbirth, Breastfeeding, Hypnobirthing & Embrace Becoming Dad

This new space reflects everything we value: connection, continuity, safety, evidence, and care delivered with heart.

📞 (08) 7094 0812
✉ enquiries@embracemidwifery.com.au
📆 Book here > https://surl.li/nqydnk

Embrace Midwifery Services - Empowering women in pregnancy and childbirth in South Australia 💜

05/12/2025

Our incredible team of midwives have availability in July and are now taking enquiries for August for families planning a homebirth ✨

At Embrace Midwifery, we provide woman and person-centred care through continuity models that support you from preconception, pregnancy and birth, right through to the postnatal period.

Your needs, values and beliefs ~ spiritual, cultural and personal, remain at the heart of our care 🌟

💜 Want to learn more?
Visit our website or email us at enquiries@embracemidwifery.com.au

📩 Or send us a DM anytime - we’d love to chat.