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Pregnancy and breastfeeding with hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a virus that damages your liver. Infection with HepB can pass to your baby during birth. Read more on what to do if you are diagnosed.
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Pregnancy and breastfeeding with hepatitis C
Hepatitis C is a viral infection that can damage your liver. Learn more about why it’s best to get treatment for HepC before you’re pregnant.
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STIs and pregnancy
If you are pregnant, sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can cause serious problems for you and your baby. See how STIs are diagnosed and treated.
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Blood tests during pregnancy
Find out more about the blood tests you be offered during your pregnancy. what they test for and when you’ll be offered them.
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Donor breast milk and milk banks
Learn how and when donor breast milk can be used to feed babies. Donor milk from a milk bank can be especially helpful for premature or unwell babies.
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Pregnancy at week 40
Your baby will arrive very soon – if it hasn't already. Babies are rarely born on their due date and many go past 40 weeks.
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Your baby in the first few days
Find out what you can expect from your newborn, like how often they feed and sleep, as well as other things you need to know.
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Checkups, tests and scans available during your pregnancy
Antenatal care includes several checkups, tests and scans, some of which are offered to women as a normal part of antenatal care in Australia.
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Sore, cracked or bleeding nipples
Sore, cracked or bleeding nipples are common problems when you’re breastfeeding. Learn more about attachment issues, causes and treatment.
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Pain relief during labour
Learn what natural and medical options are available to you to relieve pain during labour and how your birth support partner can help you.
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