If you are planning a pregnancy and might want to access private healthcare, it’s important to understand your private health insurance policy.

Pregnancy and newborn care are available in Australia on a visa. There may be extra costs if you're not covered by Medicare or private health insurance.

When having a baby, you may want to decide between public and private care for the birth. Find out more about the care providers and cost.

Medicare is a health insurance scheme funded by the Australian government. Find out what is covered by Medicare during pregnancy and after your baby is born.

Paediatricians diagnose, treat and provide care for babies, kids and teenagers; including illnesses and physical, mental and behavioural development.

Find out what maternity services are available in rural and remote Victoria and how to get care and support during your pregnancy, labour and birth.

If you are new to Australia, find out how the government and community organisations can support you.

Obstetricians are specialists in pregnancy and birth. Learn more about how to choose one and the costs involved in having a private obstetrician.

Find out what maternity services are available in rural or remote Queensland and how to get care and support during your pregnancy, labour and birth.

Find out what maternity services are available in rural or remote NSW and how to get care and support during your pregnancy, labour and birth.