Maternal and infant conditions

WIRF is committed to improving the health of mothers and infants through targeted research into a range of maternal and infant conditions. We focus on identifying early indicators of complications and developing innovative solutions to improve outcomes for both mothers and their babies. This includes research into conditions that affect women before, during, and after pregnancy, such as cardiovascular issues and breastfeeding challenges.

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Maternal and infant conditions projects

WIRF supports research that enhances early detection and treatment of maternal and infant conditions, ensuring that women receive the best possible care throughout pregnancy and beyond. By addressing conditions such as preeclampsia, breech births, and breastfeeding-related complications, WIRF aims to reduce long-term health risks and support the overall wellbeing of mothers and infants.

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Ladies Long Table Lunch raises $32,000 for women’s and infants health research

The second annual Ladies Long Table Lunch, held at Hillarys Yacht Club as part of the Hillarys Boat Show on Friday 20 March, has raised an outstanding $32,000 in support of WIRF.

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WIRF partners with Safewill to offer free Wills during Charity Wills Week

The Women and Infants Research Foundation has partnered with Safewill to offer people the opportunity to write a free, legally binding Will during Charity Wills Week.

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Hannah Watson awarded PhD scholarship to advance safer, more personalised care for premature babies

Emerging researcher Hannah Watson has been awarded a University of Western Australia PhD scholarship, with additional top-up funding from WIRF, to undertake research aimed at improving outcomes for babies born too early.

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WIRF to invest $500,000 in research through 2026 Research Acceleration Awards

Monday 2 March 2026 - Applications are officially open for the WIRF 2026 Research Acceleration Awards, a major funding initiative supporting Western Australian researchers to advance breakthroughs in women’s, maternal, and newborn health.