Bloom Midwifery

15/05/2025

Want to say thank you to a nurse or midwife whose care and compassion made a difference for you or a loved one? Nominate them for a Healing Heart award in the 2025 Excellence in Nursing and Midwifery Awards.

Find out more 👉 health.nsw.gov.au/einma

Nominations close 12 June.

(PS Work at Southern? There's a category to nominate your colleague, too!)

07/08/2024

A wonderful new film honouring birth at home.

A screening will be held with a Q&A in Merimbula!!

03/05/2024

The midwives of the Bega valley will walk together to celebrate International Day of the Midwife!!

If you would like to join us we will leave from the Merimbula Bridge and walk along the board walk…and back again!

Meet Sunday 5th May at 10am - at the Merimbula Bridge.

01/08/2023

Young babies are dominated by their needs for food, comfort and sleep rather than the environmental stimuli of light and dark, day and night. Adult circadian rhythms dictate our internal body clocks which influence energy levels, sleep patterns and moods. Two main hormones control circadian rhythms and are influenced by the light of day and the darkness of night. Cortisol is the stimulating "get going in the morning" hormone, and the hormone Melatonin peaks in the evening in response to reducing light, helping the body "wind down" in preparation for sleep. Newborn babies are oblivious to day and night and do not begin to develop circadian rhythms until about 2 months of age. The breastfeeding mother's cycle of sleep/wake hormones transferred in her breastmilk gradually influence her baby's circadian rhythm to develop. Environmental cues of the morning and evening activities help establish baby's rhythm in sync with the family over time. Having baby's bassinet or pram located in the hub of the household during the day and exposed to family sounds and activities is beneficial to baby's sensory experience. Reducing stimulation during and after night feeds will assist baby to settle sooner after being fed, and close proximity to his parents will help baby settle until the next feed. Page 98 NewBaby101 - A Midwife's Guide for New Parents eBook $9.95 www.NewBaby101.com.au

27/07/2023

Are you looking for specialised continuity of care? Would you like to be at the centre of your pregnancy care?

Bloom will be taking a limited number of clients over the coming months.

Please message Beth to discuss further.

20/01/2023

24/12/2022

Wishing you and your families a safe and loving Christmas!!
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06/11/2022

Let your voice be heard….you can tell your story!!

Australia is one of the safest places to give birth, and yet our health system sometimes fails women and their families. The ABC wants to hear your stories.

05/11/2022

It can be difficult to navigate the health care system…maternity is no different!

Australia is among the safest places in the world to give birth. But the care you get largely depends on where you live, how much money you have, and how good you are at navigating the system.

30/09/2022

4/4 September babies earthside!! 🌏

So blessed to be a part of these journey’s!!
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07/09/2022

RUOK?

Parenting really is the hardest job you’ll ever do…and it’s ok to struggle with it.

There are many resources available to help you on your parenting journey.

A problem shared IS a problem halved!!

Please reach out and ask for help if you are not ok!!💕💕

R U OK? is a su***de prevention charity encouraging Australians to start life-changing conversations, when they're needed most. Four simple steps guide you to ask "Are you OK?", and help someone in need safely and comfortably. A conversation can change a life.

22/08/2022

Do you know what your choices are??

You actually have options when it comes to who with and where you receive your pregnancy care…

At antenatal appointments, your doctor or midwife keeps track of your health and your baby’s health during pregnancy. You can ask questions and get support.