Australian Journal of General Practice
Formerly Australian Family Physician (AFP)
MBBS, DRANZCOG, FRACGP, MMed (Women’s Health), GCIM, PhD, General Practitioner, Medical School, Division of General Practice, University of Western Australia, Perth, WA
Early identification and investigation of anaemia in pregnancy enables appropriate management; in the case of iron deficiency, first-line therapy with oral iron with follow-up is recommended.
The postnatal period is a hugely rewarding part of clinical practice and potentially a time for establishing trusting and long-term therapeutic relationships in partnership with new parents.
The postnatal visit is crucial for effective healthcare education, preventive medicine and treatment, and it occurs at a time of major life transition and increased need.