Visiting hours at Kalgoorlie Hospital

MATERNITY WARD ONLY

11 am – 12 midday

3 pm – 5 pm 6 pm – 8 pm

Rest Period 12 midday – 3 pm

Fathers can visit as required.

Please adhere to these times.

MOTHERS NEED THEIR REST TOO!!

I’m Having a Caesarean Birth!!

What is a caesarean?

Caesarean Birth is the surgical technique whereby the baby and placenta are delivered through an incision in the uterus. The operation may be performed electively before the onset of labour or as an emergency once labour has commenced.
Types of incisions

There are 2 types, named in relation to where the uterine incision is made:
The lower uterine incision – the transverse or bikini line incision (most common)
The upper uterine incision or classical incision – the vertical incision.
Anaesthetic

This may be a General Anaesthetic or an Epidural Spinal Block.
Each type has its advantages and disadvantages; your doctor will discuss the type of anaesthetic suited for you. Read more »