‘Not my role’: doula denies blame in freebirth death
An unregistered doula says she wouldn't do anything differently after presiding over a wellness influencer's fatal free birth at home.
obstetrics/gynecology
A 10-hour trip for a blood test amid rural health gaps
Rural women have revealed significant barriers to fertility treatment, including interstate trips, fragmented care and the cancellation of abortion services.
Prenatal program helps Indigenous mums and bubs thrive
A unique prenatal health care program is closing the gap in maternal and infant health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mums and their babies.
Doctor losses blamed for hospital baby ban
The Queensland government has defended doctor shortages and other issues which could prevent many women giving birth in Gladstone until mid-2023.