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Making Sense Of Pregnancy and Birth podcast

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Making Sense of Pregnancy and Birth is a 20 episode podcast providing information for those planning a pregnancy and expectant parents.

Hosted by Nadia Zahr at Sydney's 2mfm, Muslim Community Radio, (92.1 fm), Nadia talks to Dianne Zalitis, midwife about planning for pregnancy, what happens to your baby and your body in each trimester and what you can expect when your baby arrives.

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Last reviewed: July 2022


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