Obstetric violence includes any act that causes harm in the context of pregnancy care. Learn more about obstetric violence here.

Shared decision making in healthcare is where a patient and healthcare professional make important decisions together. Read on to learn more.

Learn more about rural health services such as the Patient Assisted Travel Scheme, telehealth, access to hospitals, pregnancy and childbirth care.

Colostrum, the first breast milk, is high in antibodies. It can be expressed before you give birth. Learn if expressing colostrum is right for you.

Routine health checks with a child health nurse or GP will check your child's growth and development and keep up to date with their routine vaccinations.

Regular health checks will not only reassure you your baby’s growth and development are on track, but may indicate a health issue that could otherwise be missed.

Your baby's infant health record is a book that notes details of their health, growth and development. Bring it to all your baby's appointments.

Every baby is unique and it is important for you to get to know your baby’s movement patterns.

Antenatal classes (or labour and birthing classes) help you prepare for the birth of your baby and how to care for your newborn when you get home.

During pregnancy, you'll be offered a range of tests, including blood tests and ultrasound scans. Each test can tell you something about you and your baby’s health.