Pregnancy

Pregnancy can be an exciting or scary experience and sometimes it is both!  While some pregnancies may be planned, about half are not. The links here provide information on preparing for pregnancy, pregnancy, childbirth and the post natal period as well as some information on options and decision making if the pregnancy is unplanned.

Australian Multiple Births Association (AMBA) website

http://www.amba.org.au/content/

Australian Multiple Births Association (AMBA) has a directory of branches throughout Australia for women who are parenting, or pregnant with, twins, triplets or higher order multiples. Its website provides information on research, resources and events.

Organisation: Australian Multiple Births Association

Children by Choice webpage

http://www.childrenbychoice.org.au/

The Children by Choice website provides pro-choice information, counselling and referral services on reproductive choices to women and families.

Women Centred: Yes
Organisation: Children by Choice Association Incorporated

Having a baby in Victoria webpage

http://www.health.vic.gov.au/maternity/

This webpage explores options for pregnancy, birth and postnatal care in Victoria.

Women Centred: Yes
Organisation: Department of Human Services, Victoria

Making a decision... a woman centered approach to looking at pregnancy options

http://www.childrenbychoice.org.au/nwww/decision.htm

This information focuses on the needs of women with unplanned pregnancies and discusses the three options of parenting, abortion and adoption.  It provides practical strategies to use to assist in making informed decisions.

Women Centred: Yes
Organisation: Children by Choice Association Incorporated

National Council of Single Mothers and their Children (NCSMC) website

http://www.ncsmc.org.au/main.htm

The National Council of Single Mothers and their Children (NCSMC) is a network of single mothers and aims to provide support for families. Social functions and political lobbying are an important part of the Council.

Women Centred: Yes
Organisation: National Council of Single Mothers and their Children (NCSMC)

Pregnancy and childbirth

http://www.rwh.org.au/womensinfo/factsheets.cfm?doc_id=5699&list=topics_preg-birth

A series of fact sheets with information on aspects of care during pregnancy, genetic testing, some aspects of labour, and postnatal issues including breastfeeding.

Women Centred: Yes
Organisation: Royal Women's Hospital

Preparing for pregnancy

http://www.rwh.org.au/womensinfo/factsheets.cfm?doc_id=5699&list=topics_pre-pregnancy

A series of fact sheets which discuss areas you may need to consider when planning a baby, including health, finance, career and birthing options.

Women Centred: Yes
Organisation: Royal Women's Hospital