EP 32: Dr Alexander Owen Obstetrician/Gynecologist & Sonologist, Proud Dad of 3 Answers All of Our Questions on Pregnancy, IVF, VBAC, Breech Babies & More!

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Today we welcome Dr Alexander Owen who is an Obstetrician, Gynecologist and Sonologist (ultrasound specialist) with a special interest in high-risk pregnancy. He consults from rooms in Bondi Junction, delivers at both Prince of Wales Private Hospital, and the Royal in Randwick where we both had our babies. Alex is the proud father of three kids so, a very busy guy! We are pumped he’s here giving us his time to chat with us and to answer all of our burning questions...
We and our listeners ask:
Do you have a funny parenting story that you can share with us and our listeners?

How many births have you attended over your career? Where is the craziest place you have delivered a baby?

How can one get their body/mind in the best shape to fall pregnant? Mental health wise in particular?

What are some of the steps women can take if they are struggling with trying to fall pregnant naturally?

What are some of the things you should know about pregnancy but only find out once you are knocked up?

Some questions from our listeners - how soon is too soon for a second pregnancy after a C-section (listener states the procedure and recovery went well)

A listener asks is a VBAC possible after C-section and mec aspiration leading to home oxygen for 5months?
Do you ever spill the beans on a babies sex by accident?

What has been your trickiest delivery?
Can you safely deliver breech babies?

How old is too old to try for a baby? And what is the biggest misconception when it comes to IVF?

Most rewarding part of your job?
Are you almost like a counsellor at times to your patients?

What are the most challenging and beautiful aspects of being a dad ?

Can you sum up parenthood in 3 words for us?

If if you would like to learn more about Alex you can find his corner of the internet at https://dralexowen.com.au/ or on instagram @dralexanderowen

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