This article was first published in the Sydney Morning Herald on 21 October 2023
Our Rooms, located in BMA House received some press last week.
BMA House was considered a skyscraper when it was completed in 1930. At 12 stories, the highly decorative Sydney CBD building has the feel of a
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Meet Carmella
Carmella Baynie has been a guest facilitator, specializing in breathwork, meditation, relaxation,music therapy and prenatal yoga at Sydney Mother and Baby for the past 4 years.A Yoga practitioner of over 35 years, Carmella attained her yoga teacher training in South India,in 2002 and has trained in
What Changes Does Pregnancy Have On Our Musculoskeletal System?
During pregnancy, the body undergoes significant anatomical and hormonal changes in order to accommodate the developing foetus. These changes affect the musculoskeletal system and can cause pain and predispose women to injury. In this blog, we will discuss the changes that occur during pregnancy and
What is Pelvic Floor muscle training?
What is the pelvic floor?
The Pelvic Floor is a complex web of muscle, connective tissue, and fibrous material. It sits on the outside and the inside of your pelvis and supports the 3 muscles of your pelvis – your bladder, uterus, and bowel. You have a deep layer and a superficial layer of your
Some Helpful Tips for Practicing Yoga in Pregnancy
Here are a few useful tips and guidelines on practicing yoga in pregnancy. So that you know what to expect and feel like you have some tools to know what we want to focus on and avoid. Of course, everybody is different, and whilst something could feel amazing for one person it may feel not so great
Hyperemesis in Pregnancy
Hyperemesis versus 'Morning' Sickness. So-called ‘Morning’ sickness is estimated to affect up to 85% of women, however, generally throughout the day, rather than being isolated to the morning as its name would imply. Pregnancy related nausea and vomiting is generally fairly mild, and tends to cease
Connected Parenting Courses
Dr Morris | Sydney Mother & Baby has teamed up with Connected Parenting to offer all of his patients in the third trimester of pregnancy (28 weeks and beyond) FREE unlimited access to the Connected Baby and Connected Family Online Courses.
These courses are designed to help you navigate
Group B Streptococcus
What is group B strep? (GBS)
Group B streptococcus, also commonly known as group B strep or GBS, is a naturally occurring bacterium that resides in the lower intestines of up to a third of all healthy adults, and in the vaginas and rectum of up to a third of all healthy adult women.
GBS
Parvovirus and Hand, Foot & Mouth
Parvovirus or ‘Slapped cheek’
‘Slapped cheek’ is a viral infection called parvovirus B19. Parvovirus can occur at any age, however, it is most commonly found in children between 4 and 10 years. Many of us have had parvovirus, probably as children, generally giving us immunity for life from the
Postnatal Support Program
We have been inspired to start a new Post Natal Support Program over zoom in order to connect new mothers from the comfort of their own home and in a supportive, fun and educational setting.
This series will be led by our Midwife and Lactation Consultant, Angela Smith and delivered online via
Introduction to Prenatal Yoga
New complimentary class!
This is an information session taught by our prenatal yoga teacher, Portia, about the safe practice and benefits of yoga in pregnancy. The class will take place fortnightly. Ask at reception for upcoming dates.
The class will teach you the fundamental breathing
Parking Available to support patients during COVID-19
During the current Lock Down in the CBD for a limited period of time Dr Morris has arranged car parking for $10. This is to be used for patients seeing doctor Morris on the day, and for the consultation time only. Prior booking is essential. Please email info@drmorris.com.au to book one of the
COVID-19 Information for Pregnancy Care
As COVID-19 has become a Pandemic, we understand that our pregnant mothers will feel a huge sense of stress and anxiety around pregnancy care and the health of their baby.
We would like to reassure everyone, that we are continuing our holistic care for mother and baby as always. We are relying on
New General Yoga Classes
We are excited to announce that we will be running general yoga classes for all past patients commencing in April.
These classes will run weekly, commencing Thursday 4th April, 1.15pm - 2pm. The cost is $50 for a 3 months pass. Class Duration is 45 mins. Classes will be taught by our certified yoga
Grandparents Update & Morning Tea
Dr Morris | Sydney Mother & Baby would like to invite your parents to attend an information session with our midwife Penny Stanbury.
Our information session will include the changes in maternity and newborn care, and how, as grandparents, they can best support you and your newborn. A
Upcoming GP Breastfeeding Seminar
Dr Stephen Morris invites General Practitioners to attend our Breastfeeding Seminar with Lactation Consultant and Midwife, Angela Smith. The Seminar will be held in March 2019. Topics to be covered include:
· An update on the "Benefits
Restorative Yoga Class
The Restorative Yoga Class is held every Tuesday evening at 5.30pm and everyone is welcome to attend. In pregnancy relaxation and healing are integrally important and act as the complementary element to any physical movement. Restorative yoga provides the body and mind with a designated time
Birthing Classes For Support Persons
Want to know more about the process of normal birth and techniques to help make it happen?
Our Support Persons Class aims to break down the stages of normal birth and look at the mechanisms of normal labour and how you as a couple can care and support each other through this process.
We look at:
Flu Vaccinations Whilst Pregnant
Pregnant women are at particularly high-risk of becoming severely ill with influenza.
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Influenza and Pregnancy
Vaccination against influenza during pregnancy is both important, and safe. Every year there are hundreds of deaths in Australia due to the flu and associated
Breastfeeding Drop-in Clinics for Christmas & New Years
With the Christmas and New Years holidays coming up, not all Monday and Friday mornings will be available for our usual breastfeeding drop-in clinics.
So that we can continue to provide you with breastfeeding support, please see the following dates the breastfeeding drop-in clinics will be held for
December Yoga Classes
Our prenatal yoga classes will be put on hold after tomorrow Tuesday 13th December 12pm and 5.30pm classes until after the Christmas period. Therefore the below classes will be cancelled;
14th December - 12pm Hatha & 5.30pm Restorative
19th December - 12pm Hatha
21st December - 12pm Hatha
Vitamin B3 Discovery
Australian scientists have potentially made a huge discovery that is expected to prevent thousands of miscarriages and birth defects. The team at the Victor Chang Institute in Darlinghurst, found that a deficiency in a vital molecule, nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD), prevents a baby’s
Early Pregnancy Essentials Class
Complimentary for Dr Morris | Sydney Mother & Baby patients. Partners are welcome to attend.
Recommended for anyone between approximately 12 - 20 weeks
There is an abundance of information available to you on the internet, in books, and from your friends and family, on what you
Prenatal Yoga Classes
A growing number of health care providers are turning to the ancient practice of yoga as a way to help their patients feel better. Yoga therapy is now recognized as a clinically viable treatment, with established programs at major global health care centres. Here at Dr Morris | Sydney Mother &
Yoga & Pregnancy
Yoga is a very popular form of exercise during pregnancy due to it’s relaxing and gentle nature, not to mention the kaleidoscope of physical and mental benefits that it can bestow upon new mothers to be.
Here at Sydney Mother & Baby we offer a range of classes to suit everyone’s needs. Whether
Zika Virus
Every day we are hearing more news about the Zika virus. This virus is transmitted primarily by a specific mosquito found in South America as well as a few other areas like French Polynesia. There is a very low risk of transmission in Australia as this particular mosquito is only found in North