Suite 2-06, Norwest Central, 12 Century Circuit, Norwest NSW 2153 (02) 9680 3004

Obstetrician Parramatta | Obstetrics

At Obstetric Excellence, we provide quality obstetric and pregnancy care to all women in the Parramatta, NSW area by providing:
  • Professional, personalised and friendly care
  • 4D ultrasound scanning at every antenatal visit
  • Knowledge, understanding and accommodation of your personal childbirth requests
  • Easily accessed pregnancy information and communication.

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Our Obstetric Services

Antenatal Care
Labour and Delivery
Postnatal Care

Planning your Pregnancy

Your journey towards pregnancy begins with planning your pregnancy even before you embark on the path to conceive. We strongly recommend that you strive for optimal health before taking that important step. This entails maintaining a reasonable level of fitness, adhering to a nutritious and well-balanced diet, and avoiding excess weight. Being in peak health can significantly enhance your chances of conceiving sooner and experiencing a smooth and trouble-free pregnancy and delivery. Your physical and emotional well-being can profoundly influence the well-being of your future child. If you have any pre-existing health issues, it is crucial to ensure they are optimally managed before attempting to conceive.

It is advisable to consult your doctor or our obstetrician office prior to conceiving so that your management plan, medications, and other relevant factors can be carefully reviewed and adjusted in consideration of pregnancy. Even if you haven’t encountered any previous health concerns, it is a prudent idea to schedule a pre-pregnancy planning appointment with your general practitioner. During this obstetrician visit, your overall health, pap smear, vaccination history, and any potential issues can be assessed and addressed as needed.

 

Antenatal Care

Congratulations – You’re pregnant!

The next step in your pregnancy journey with us is your first antenatal visit. At this initial visit, Dr Sykes will spend time getting to know you and your expectations. We allow plenty of time for this visit, so you don’t feel rushed. We take your full medical history including any past pregnancies and conduct a sufficient physical examination as appropriate.

What should you bring to your appointment?

  • Referral letter from your doctor
  • Any relevant past medical history
  • Any pathology and scan results that may be relevant
  • Your Medicare and health fund details (if you are in a health fund)

All antenatal patients can have an ultrasound scan during an obstetrician visit, with any photos and videos exported to a personalised USB drive provided by us, for free!

Subsequent antenatal visits are a great way to check your progress throughout pregnancy, your wellbeing, and the wellbeing of your baby. It can also help to identify any problems, address any queries or concerns you may have and start planning your delivery, like which public or private hospital to go to, safe medications, treatment costs, and anything to help you make informed decisions.

Antenatal
Antenatal Appointment With Parramatta Obstetrician
Your subsequent visits will occur:

  • Every 4-6 weeks until 28 weeks
  • Every 2-3 weeks until 36 weeks
  • Weekly until delivery

At these visits, you are welcome to bring your partner as well as your parents or friends if they wish to see the baby’s ultrasound. We also check:

  • Your blood pressure
  • Abdomen palpation
  • Your baby’s wellbeing and growth via an ultrasound
  • Urine testing for protein and sugar
  • Weight

We offer patients a holistic approach to pregnancy care. Please bring along a list of any questions, concerns or special requests. We are committed to providing you with tailored care and satisfy any concerns and requests.

Labour and Delivery

We are here to support you throughout your entire labour and delivery journey. When you go into labour and your contractions are getting stronger every 10 minutes, phone either the Norwest Birthing Unit or the San Maternity Birthing Unit. Here, the midwife will provide patient care and advise me of your admission, progress and the wellbeing of you and your baby.

Man and Woman during Labour

Frequently Asked Labour Questions:

It is common for expectant parents to have many questions for their Parramatta obstetrician. Here are answers to common questions:
Do you have a particular opinion on Birthing Positions?
Dr Sykes doesn’t have strict views on specific birthing positions. If all is progressing well, you can adopt whatever labour and birthing positions you prefer.
What if I need Pain Relief Medicine?
All popular modern pain relief is available. However, individual needs vary, so you should wait until you are in labour before you decide as you don’t know how you will cope with the labour pain or how you will progress.
Can you Induce my Labour?
Induction of labour can be done by your Parramatta obstetrician if you are concerned about being overdue, your or your baby’s wellbeing, or your baby’s size.
Can my Partner Stay with me?
Your husband/partner is encouraged to stay with you throughout your labour and delivery and can participate in the delivery if you so wish including cutting the umbilical cord. If you wish to have other support people with you in labour this can be done after speaking with us and the labour ward/birth unit prior to your admittance.

Postnatal Care

Postnatal visits with your Parramatta obstetrician take place about 6 weeks after your delivery date where we will make sure you are recovering well. Any medical issues will be addressed, and a pelvic examination and pap smear if it is due. Women’s health is important. We will also discuss any considerations of your recent pregnancy, fertility, and reassuring advice on labour or childbirth for your next pregnancy if you were to fall pregnant with your next child.

At this time, your baby will also need to be checked by your paediatrician. While Dr Sykes will not be examining your baby in your postnatal visit, we encourage you to bring your new baby with you so his compassionate staff can share in and experience your special celebration.

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Want to know more about our Obstetric Services or book an appointment with Dr Sykes?

Contact us today or give us a call on 02 9680 3004.

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  • Monday all day 9.00am to 4.30pm
  • Tuesday all day 9.00am to 4.30pm
  • Wednesday all day 9.00am to 4.30pm
  • Thursday morning 9.00am to 12.30pm
  • Thursday alternate afternoons 2.00pm to 4.30pm
  • Friday alternate mornings 9.00am to 1.00pm
  • Friday afternoon 2.00pm to 4.30pm
  • Saturday mornings 9.30am to 12.00 midday*

*Saturday morning appointments are not available for initial antenatal visit.