Tamar Obstetrics and Gynaecology

07/11/2025

During the course of your cycle, your body creates a soft tissue lining with in your uterus, this is called the endometrium. If a pregnancy doesn’t occur, hormones such as oestrogen and progesterone will drop, signalling your uterus to shed triggering your period to start. Your first day of bleeding is the very 1st day of your cycle and there are a few symptoms you may experience:
Cramping is fairly common due to your uterus contracting to help shed the lining.
Bloating, tender breasts, fatigue and mood changes can all pop up due to the hormonal changes. A period will typically last anywhere from 4 – 6 days, but can vary from person to person.

Please remember! Periods that are heavy and painful are common but not NORMAL. If your symptoms are beyond what you can handle, please feel free to reach out for an appointment with Dr Anna or Dr Emily I.

02/11/2025

31/10/2025

Spaces with Mon at The female Physio & our women's health GP's Anna & Emily are filling quickly for the remainder of 2025. If you would like to secure a time before Christmas, please call 6343 0999 to book. Our lovely ladies can help with:
✨Pelvic floor physio
✨Pessary help (Mon & GP)
✨Prolapse
✨IUD insertion/removal
✨Contraceptive advice
✨Sexual health
✨Pelvic pain
✨Bleeding
✨vulvovaginal health

27/10/2025

This stage of life is when you officially haven’t had a period for over 12 months and you will stay in the post-menopausal state for the remainder of your life.
Some of the more frustrating symptoms you have been experiencing (like the lovely hot flashes) may decrease – this may not always be the case. Interruptions to your sleep, vaginal dryness and mood changes might still show themselves from time to time. If you continue to struggle with your symptoms, checking in with a GP may be a great place to start. Dr Anna and Dr Emily I are always available for a discussion.
With this post-menopausal state, there can also be other things to keep an eye on. Such as increased risk of cardiovascular disease and osteoporosis, due to the drop in estrogen levels.
Keep up with calcium intake and vitamin D, for your bone health. Maintain a healthy lifestyle with a balanced diet, cutting back on your intake of alcohol and steering clear of smoking can assist with the symptoms. Keeping in touch with your GP or healthcare professional is always a good idea. Let us know if you need assistance, Dr Emily I and Dr Anna C are available and ready to help!

20/10/2025

🚨 PSA from your friendly neighbourhood gynaecologists, obstetricians, GP's, sonographer and physio 🚨

We love seeing your faces in clinic, but when you don’t arrive for your appointment, our specialists end up staring longingly at empty chairs…

If you can’t make it, it's no stress! Just give us a call, send an email or respond to your reminder sms and let us know. We won't be mad, promise.

That way, we can offer your spot to another patient on the cancellation list and rebook your appointment for a time that suits.

☎️ Cancel early. Reschedule easily. Everyone wins!
Thanks for helping us keep things running smoothly

17/10/2025

Menopause, The big ‘M’, the change, the pause – whatever you know it as, it marks the end of your fertile years and your last period (yay).

In Australia, most women will notice they have entered menopause in their early – mid 50’s, but will depend from person to person.

You will be considered ‘menopausal’ when your period has stopped and you have not had a cycle for 12 consecutive months.

Symptoms you may experience are:
• Hot flashes/night sweats
• Mood changes and irritability
• Vaginal dryness
• Dry skin and eyes
• Brain fog
• Urinary issues – urgency, frequency or incontinence
• Breast tenderness

Unfortunately, these are only some of the things you may experience and others may pop up over time.

Lifestyle changes like eating a well-balanced diet, staying hydrated and regular exercise can help alleviate some of the symptoms you feel.

If you’re really feeling it, and it is starting to affect your day to day, it might be time to think about HRT (hormone replacement therapy). HRT does come with its risks, but can greatly reduce the symptoms of menopause. An in-depth discussion with your health care professional is a great place to start before heading down the HRT path. Dr Emily I and Dr Anna have spaces available to talk all things menopause and would be happy to help! Call the rooms on, 6343 0999 to make a suitable time.

14/10/2025

The 15th October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness day. A day to remember the little lives who have left us before we were ready and support those around us who may be grieving.

The below links are for 2 Tasmanian based organizations with some amazing resources for those who are or have experienced loss or those who would like to show support.
https://alittlehelpfromjack.com.au/from-jack and https://www.beyondtherainbowtas.org/

We know this is not something that eases overnight and their memory will be with you for a life time. Please know, you are never alone, we remember with you, we support you and we are here for you when and if you need us 💛

09/10/2025

World Mental Health Day 2025
The topic of conversation for Mental Health day 2025 is focused around meaningful connections. Establishing meaningful connections with friends, family, co workers and mental health professionals can be vital in achieving and maintaining good mental health.

07/10/2025

3 YEARS OF THE FEMALE PHYSIO!
Congratulations on 3 years at Tamar O&G, Mon. Your smiling face brightens our rooms each time you're here. Thank you for all you do for our patients and us. We are so grateful to have you and appreciate you and your delicious baked treats!!
The Female Physio Launceston

05/10/2025

Perimenopause kicks in as your ovaries begin to produce less estrogen. Typically somewhere in your late 30 though to mid 50’s is where you will start to notice these changes. This is a transitional phase, when you period continues to occur each month and your ovaries will continue to release eggs during ovulation.

What will you notice? Well, there’s a few symptoms that could start to present to indicate the beginning of perimenopause. Keep an eye out for:
• Irregular period
• Hot flashes/night sweats
• Changes in sleep (difficulty falling/staying asleep)
• Mood changes – increased anxiety, irritability, mood swings
• Decreased libido
• Brain fog
Although these are the common symptoms, you may experience some, but not others.

Changes to your lifestyle can help manage the symptoms of perimenopause. You could try:
• Exercising regularly
• Maintain a healthy diet
• Limit alcohol and caffeine
• Quit smoking.
• Acupuncture

When should you seek medical advice?
• Heavy or frequent bleeding
• Intermenstrual bleeding or bleeding after s*x
• Debilitating mood changes or depression
• Severe sleep disturbances
• Or when it’s all just feeling a little too much!!

Dr Anna and Dr Emily I are available to discuss stage and help you understand what’s happening and to assist in managing your symptoms.

30/09/2025

HAPPY INTERNATIONAL COFFEE DAY!!☕

The team at Tamar O&G LOVE coffee..... Flat white, Dirty chai, iced, cap, late. and a variation of milks.

Thank you to our friends across the road at Cuccina Milkbar for always filling our cups and keeping our hearts happy!