How to access antenatal care
Once your pregnancy is confirmed, it’s important to see your doctor or a midwife as soon as possible.
They will help you to plan the appointments you will need during pregnancy. Appointments during your pregnancy are called your antenatal appointments or antenatal care.
If you can't access your GP there are other options available.
Choosing where to give birth
When it comes to having a baby there are different care options to choose from. Each option offers different care providers, locations, environments and experiences.
Giving birth in hospital is most common in Queensland, but some women choose to give birth at home, in a birth centre or have a free birth.
Why antenatal scans are important for you and your baby
Antenatal screening are tests and scans used to check your baby’s health during pregnancy.
Support during your pregnancy and giving birth
Find out how midwives and doulas can support you
You don’t have to choose between having a doula, midwife, or doctor. They can all support you in different ways.
New Sunshine Coast publicly funded home birth service
If you’re considering a home birth and live in the Sunshine Coast, you may be able to use a new home birth service.
How to have a safer pregnancy
There are 5 steps you can take to have a healthier pregnancy.
The Safer Baby website has information on:
- quitting smoking
- tracking your baby’s growth
- paying attention to your baby’s movements
- sleeping on your side after 28 weeks
- talk about the timing of birth with your healthcare team.
Connecting2u
Sign up to Connecting2u and get weekly texts about keeping your baby safe, happy and healthy.
The messages will be from your baby to you. They’ll say things like ‘I love connecting with you during tummy time. Start with short efforts a few times a day. I’ll soon get stronger.’ It’s a great way to learn about your new baby, and anyone caring for your baby can also sign up.