After implementing the change in healthcare policies across the country, allowing women to get nipt test or other early genetic testing of their choice, our country immediately noticed a rise in infant health. Statistics showed that women who took advantage of the free testing had healthier babies overall and the countries national baby health standards also went up. Babies born after the implementation had higher birth weights, stronger heart rates and fewer genetic imperfections. We believe this to be directly related to mothers having earlier information about their babies and the ability to get treatment, if needed, early on in pregnancy. The theory behind Gov 2 is essentially proven to be correct- mothers who have access to early care will have healthier babies! So if you are planning your pregnancy, pick up your phone and start searching for pathology near me and start your journey on the right foot!
As we continue with our healthy baby plan and promote early harmony test for all mothers, we are also gearing up for phase three of the program. This part focuses on post-natal care and setting mothers up for success after they have their new baby.
We have also created a “baby box” which will be gifted to all mothers after they give birth. The box will contain a mattress, blanket, hat, mittens, several sets of clothes, bath towel, soap, thermometer, baby book and a teething toy, just to name a few things.
All of the essentials a baby needs will be accounted for, setting each newborn up for success. The new government program has been met with open arms and it is being considered one of the most successful programs to date.
From early genetic screenings to superior post-natal care, we hope that Australia’s babies will be the healthiest and the happiest in the world!