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Primary Maternity Units
… Like home birth, women who choose a Primary Maternity Unit are more likely to have a vaginal birth and are less … will be from your LMC midwife, supported by the maternity unit staff. You are entitled to up to 48 hours of postnatal … to a Primary Maternity Unit closer to home for your early postnatal care. If you are birthing at a Primary …PageFour options for location of primary birthing unit in Central Otago released ahead of Public Meeting in Cromwell
… Options for the location of a new primary birthing unit in Central Otago have been released in preparation for a … Lawrence Option Two: Locate a single new primary birthing unit in Clyde at Dunstan Hospital Decommission Charlotte Jean … of a new Primary Birthing Unit for Central Otago in early February 2020. The work was put on hold during the …PublicationOPAL unit improves the patient journey
… trialled and opened an Older Person’s Assessment Liaison Unit (OPAL unit). In the Emergency Department patients suitable for the Unit are identified and as soon as they are admitted to the …PageKōpūtanga - Pregnancy and Parenting
… on a course is free and is encouraged as soon as your pregnancy has been confirmed. You are encouraged to bring … you are welcome to come on your own. Plunket deliver pregnancy and parenting across the Southern district. They a … includes involving both Maori and Pacific providers. Most pregnancy and parenting sessions are delivered to groups of …PageEarly Childhood Education Services
… for a centre to operate in accordance with Education (Early Childhood Services) Regulations 2008. Our staff assess: … and procedures Immunisation records We provide support to early childhood education services through resources with … below under related content. Healthy Hints for Tots … Early Childhood Education Services …PagePregnancy and babies
… and services available to you for each stage of your pregnancy journey, from finding a Lead Maternity Carer to help and advice for after baby goes home. … Pregnancy and babies …Page"Nothing beats being close to home" – Mobile surgical unit serves more than 1500 people in Ōamaru
… A mobile surgical unit that has been visiting Ōamaru for more than 20 years has … used by more than 1500 local people. The Mobile Surgical Unit – Te Waka Hauora, which is run by Mobile Health Group … Sandra recalls a day when the surgical list was completed early, so the team decided to fit in one more surgery – …PublicationBoard endorses recommendation to pursue two primary maternity units: Dunstan Hospital and Wanaka
… months of consultation, to establish one primary birthing unit at Dunstan Hospital, and a second unit in in Wanaka, if possible. It was noted that … in Wanaka currently need to travel to the nearest birthing unit in the region, currently in Alexandra. If such an …PublicationAbout maternity services in the Southern district
… in Winton and Lumsden. In Lumsden, the primary birthing unit was staffed 24/7 for less than one birth per week. … Maternity Care If you have medical complications in pregnancy it will be recommended that you birth in hospital … include: carrying more than one baby, going into labour early, or having a medical condition such as high blood …PageSouthern DHB approves primary birthing unit for Wanaka
… DHB has today agreed to establish a new primary birthing unit in Wanaka, pending the Ministry of Health’s approval for … launched in 2018. In supporting the establishment of the Unit, the board has agreed to a two-unit solution for the Central Otago and Wanaka area, with a …PublicationPregnant - What now?
… Choosing a Lead Maternity Carer (LMC) As soon as your pregnancy is confirmed it is recommended that you find and … of birth. Your LMC will discuss birthing options with you early on in your pregnancy. For women with low-risk … pregnancies, the best choice is often a primary birthing unit. Primary birthing is when women, with low-risk …PageDunedin Hospital Intensive Care Unit Accredited for Training
… excited to announce that Dunedin Hospital's intensive care unit (ICU) has recently achieved C12-level accreditation for … care as part of their training. It also enables the unit to be more engaged with the wider intensive care … down in the south. ENDS … Dunedin Hospital Intensive Care Unit Accredited for Training …PublicationGore Health - Primary Birthing Unit
… funding amounts allocated for the Primary Birthing Unit in Gore, as part of Gore Health, from the Southern … 2018, 2019, and 2020. … Gore Health - Primary Birthing Unit …PublicationEarly ‘flu season reason to ‘prevent the spread’
… For free health advice, call Healthline on 0800 611 116. … Early ‘flu season reason to ‘prevent the spread’ …PublicationPostnatal Care
… off to the best start in life. Before leaving the birthing unit you will be asked to confirm two things that your … checked. If your baby has a hearing loss, finding it early will help their language, learning and social … baby’s needs and be the mother our baby wants. Kōpūtanga - Pregnancy and Parenting Pregnancy and parenting in the …PageProudly supporting the Central Otago Maternity Unit
… that. Her middle and youngest child were born at the unit in Alexandra, and she says the staff made it a very … natural and wonderful experience. Olivia says having the unit so close to home is also special. With baby Rua she’s been back to the unit to work with a lactation consultant. “We are very …Living well campaignSecondary Hospital Care
… beds and 4 birthing rooms in the Southland Maternity Unit. The antenatal and postnatal beds, each with ensuite … Hospital are encouraged to transfer to their primary care unit when they are discharged from hospital. Generally this … available to continue your care in the primary maternity unit before transfer is confirmed. Once discharged by the …PageCOVID information hub
… COVID-19, Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Internationally, many people have … with administering this COVID-19 vaccine at any stage of pregnancy. Vaccinating during pregnancy may also offer temporary protection for newborns …PageDaily Media Update - Monday 4 May 2020
… Queenstown Maternity Unit moving back to Lakes Hospital building The Queenstown Maternity Unit will move back to its permanent location in the Lakes … personnel had resulted in a decision to move the Maternity Unit from its temporary location in the Dental Unit back into …PublicationNew Primary Birthing Facility to open in Wanaka
… the purchase of a new facility to house a Primary Birthing Unit in Wanaka. The Unit, which will incorporate one birthing … to our Wanaka whanau before the team can open the doors in early 2023. This new facility in Wanaka will complement the … in Clyde, alongside Dunstan Hospital, projected for early 2024. Karen Ferraccioli, Director of Midwifery, Te …PublicationTertiary Hospital Care
… at the base hospital or transfer to a primary maternity unit close to home for post-partum recovery. There are six … Hospital are encouraged to transfer to their primary care unit when they are discharged from hospital. Generally this … a bed and staff are available in the primary maternity unit before transfer is confirmed. Once discharged by the …PageProposed New Southern Maternity System of Care builds flexible and integrated care across district
… will change from being an in-patient primary birthing unit to becoming a maternal and child hub. In all, under the … will be undertaken to determine whether a Primary Birthing Unit for Dunedin is warranted in the future, in the context … study in 2018 to determine whether a primary birthing unit in Dunedin is appropriate. Integrated Primary Maternity …PublicationHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora - Southern Maternity Services
… they can give birth and spend their postnatal stay. Your pregnancy is unique, we look forward to you having a positive … want to give birth – at home, in a local primary maternity unit, or at a base hospital. For some women, your midwife or …PageNew Graduate Midwifery Programme
… Queen Mary maternity is a tertiary maternity unit that supports 1,750 births per year at Dunedin Hospital … more complex clinical needs and births under 32 weeks of pregnancy. Invercargill/ Waihōpai, is a secondary maternity … supporting 1,200 births per year (births over 32 weeks of pregnancy). Both Queen Mary Maternity and Southland …PageStage One of new ICU opens at Dunedin Hospital
… The opening of Stage One of the new Intensive Care Unit at Dunedin Hospital represents a great leap forward for … and are less exposed to what’s happening elsewhere in the unit. “As well as improving recovery, it will also allow them … increase from eight square metres per bed in the current unit to 20 square metres. The four isolation rooms are 25 …PublicationMidwifery
… where nearly 70% of the community opt for a primary unit delivery. In addition, the Primary Birthing Units … and tertiary centers, then returning to a Primary Unit for their postnatal care. Midwifery at Health New …PageNew Gastroenterology Department officially opened
… the experience for patients and staff. The $3.2 million unit, on the 8th floor of Dunedin Hospital, was officially … DHB Commissioner Kathy Grant today. The timing of the unit’s opening dovetails with the rollout of the National … standards of care in challenging conditions while the new unit was developed. “Our dedicated staff have gone above and …PublicationHospital services
… special visiting guidelines: The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Adult Intensive Care Unit and High Dependency Units have visiting by appointment … service and is available for everyone who needs it. For pregnancy-related care and advice please contact your Lead …PageMāori support services for hospital care
… whānau to help manage in times of ill health. Māori Health Unit, Physical Care - Otago Te Ara Hauora is situated in the … as Māori, you will receive a visit from the Māori Health Unit. Whānau accommodation Te Ara Hauora can offer affordable … per family per night. Te Huinga Tahi / Māori Health Unit - Southland Te Huinga Tahi provides cultural support …PageReferral Information
… (GP) Paediatricians and other specialist physicians Early Childhood Centres (e.g. kindergartens, preschools, … us to have accompanying information from your tamaiti’s Early Childhood Centre (kindergarten, daycare, preschool, … Useful information from Early Childhood Centres: Any developmental concerns about the …PageWorld Prematurity day marked
… Dunedin Hospital’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit was even busier than usual today as World Prematurity … Knitting for babies was donated, a cheque for the unit was handed over, pamper packs for mums were distributed … away at normal newborn size things. But babies in the unit do get dressed when they’re still quite little and it’s …PublicationOral Health Resources for Professionals
… from the Health Promotion Agency. Educators Menemene Mai: Early Childhood Inquiry Toolkit This teaching tool kit was … as starters for an oral health inquiry focus within an early childhood setting. Heart Foundation The Heart … and resources to support healthy environments within early childhood centres and schools. Colgate Bright Smiles …Page