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Healthcare during pregnancy
Find out what healthcare is available to you when you are pregnant and the healthcare professionals involved in your pregnancy.
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What is shared decision making?
Shared decision making in healthcare is where a patient and healthcare professional make important decisions together. Read on to learn more.
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Health professionals involved in your pregnancy
Learn about the health professionals who may be involved in your pregnancy, such as midwives, doctors, obstetricians and allied health professionals.
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Understanding informed consent and your rights when having a baby
Informed consent is needed for all treatment or procedures, unless it is an emergency. Read on to learn more about informed consent in Australia.
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What do Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Workers do?
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Workers provide culturally safe and appropriate care during and after pregnancy.
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Making a healthcare complaint
A healthcare complaint is a complaint you make when you have a bad experience in the health system. Find out how to make a healthcare complaint here.
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Find local health services
The National Health Services Directory (NHSD) provides easy access to reliable and consistent information about health services for everyone.
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Making the most of your pharmacist during pregnancy and parenthood
Pharmacists are professionals who offer a wide range of free health advice. Learn how pharmacists can help you during pregnancy and parenthood.
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What does a physiotherapist do?
Physiotherapists are trained health professionals who can help with common pregnancy discomforts and recovery after having a baby.
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Prenatal screening (genetic screening in pregnancy)
Prenatal screening tests assess the chance of some medical problems your baby may have. Your healthcare provider can help decide if they're a good idea.
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