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Pregnancy Physiology: Maternal Adaptations and Clinical Implications

This booklet provides a concise, evidence-based overview of the physiological adaptations that occur during pregnancy. It supports midwifery students in linking foundational anatomy and physiology to safe, person-centred care across the antenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum periods.

INCLUDES
- Cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, musculoskeletal, and renal adaptations
- Clinical relevance of physiological changes for maternal assessment and monitoring
- Key links between normal physiology, labour, and postpartum recovery
- Integrated summary table for quick review and comparison

Clinical Foundations: Medication, Pharmacology and Screening for Midwives - BOOK 1

This booklet (Book 1 of the Midwifery Medications, Pharmacology & Screening series) provides a concise, evidence-based overview of medication safety, pharmacology and antenatal screening within Australian midwifery practice. It supports midwifery students in linking legal frameworks, prescribing responsibilities, and clinical investigations to safe, person-centred care across the antenatal, intrapartum and postpartum periods.

INCLUDES
- Australian legal and professional frameworks for midwifery medication practice
- Prescribing, supply, and administration of scheduled medicines (S2–S8)
- Midwife vs doctor responsibilities, including when to escalate care
- Antenatal screening principles and clinical investigation timelines
- Maternal blood tests and their relevance to pregnancy and fetal wellbeing