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Up to half of stillbirths happen unexpectedly and a clear cause is never identified. from shutterstock.com

December 7, 2018

Five ways to reduce the risk of stillbirth

Vicki Flenady, The University of Queensland; Adrienne Gordon, University of Sydney; Caroline Homer, Burnet Institute; David Ellwood, Griffith University; Jonathan Morris, University of Sydney, and Philippa Middleton, South Australian Health & Medical Research Institute

A Senate Report has put forward 16 recommendations to reduce rates of stillbirth in Australia targeting a 20% reduction in the rate within three years. We can do this by focusing on five practices.

The earlier a baby is born, the greater the risk of poor health. Cassidy Rowell

November 15, 2018

Omega‑3 supplements in pregnancy reduce the risk of premature birth

Philippa Middleton, South Australian Health & Medical Research Institute; Dr Lucy Simmonds, South Australian Health & Medical Research Institute; Jamie De Seymour, South Australian Health & Medical Research Institute, and Maria Makrides, South Australian Health & Medical Research Institute

A new review of 70 studies involving nearly 20,000 women found taking omega-3 supplements in pregnancy reduces the risk of premature labour.

Millions of women around the world are estimated to be living with depressive symptoms after stillbirth. from www.shutterstock.com

October 25, 2017

Five ways to help parents cope with the trauma of stillbirth

Vicki Flenady, The University of Queensland; Aleena Wojcieszek, The University of Queensland; David Ellwood, Griffith University; Fran Boyle, The University of Queensland; Jonathan Morris, University of Sydney, and Philippa Middleton, South Australian Health & Medical Research Institute

Stillbirth deeply and profoundly affects parents and families. Here are five actions in response to this hidden tragedy.

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