Journal from Dr Lionel Steinberg Melbourne Obstetrician

What is Group B Streptococcus?

Group B Streptococcus (GBS) is a common bacterium that is present in the vagina and intestines of about 25% of all women. GBS is NOT…

Dr Lionel SteinbergApril 20, 2020

Breastfeeding Pregnancy

Breastfeeding and Covid-19

If you are breastfeeding your baby and concerned about Covid-19 (coronavirus) here are some important things to know and do. Remember to wash your hands…

Dr Lionel SteinbergMarch 22, 2020

Pregnancy

Pregnancy, birth and COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

There are a lot of questions regarding coronavirus and its impact on pregnancy and caring for newborns so I thought I would provide an update.…

Dr Lionel SteinbergMarch 22, 2020

Pregnancy

Constipation in Pregnancy

Many women don’t realise that constipation can be a common symptom of pregnancy, particularly if you have a slow moving bowel already. Just because you…

Dr Lionel SteinbergMarch 22, 2020

Patient Stories

Patient Story: Lei Lei – A low intervention birth

When I reached 38 weeks, I was excited and impatient to meet my baby. My obstetrician, Lionel Steinberg, was going away the two weeks surrounding…

Dr Lionel SteinbergFebruary 3, 2020

Pregnancy

Reasons for Bleeding in the first trimester

The most common time for bleeding in pregnancy is in the first trimester. At least 30% of pregnant woman will see some bleeding in their…

Dr Lionel SteinbergJanuary 9, 2019

Pregnancy

Tips for the first trimester

There is quite a bit to do and know during your first trimester. Below is a list of tips to make it easier and set yourself…

Dr Lionel SteinbergDecember 9, 2018

Pregnancy

Normal but scary symptoms of pregnancy

Pregnancy, whilst exciting can also be filled with fear and anxiety of the unknown. Here are some fears and symptoms of pregnancy that seem scarier than…

Dr Lionel SteinbergApril 14, 2018

Pregnancy

Tips to combat morning sickness

Nausea and vomiting seem to occur most on an empty stomach and when blood sugar levels are low. The symptoms usually go away after the…

Dr Lionel SteinbergJuly 15, 2017