Pregnancy
Discover more about health topics relevant to pregnant women and parents-to-be, such as pregnancy tests, morning sickness, pre-eclampsia and labour.
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COVID-19 testing
Learn about COVID-19 testing, including when to get tested, what test you should use and what to do if you test positive to COVID-19.
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Understanding pathology tests
Find out what pathology tests are used for, the different types of tests, why they are important, how to prepare for them, and what the results mean.
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Quick read: When and how to get a test
You should get tested if you have any COVID-19 symptoms, even if they’re mild. Here's what you need to know about PCR tests and rapid antigen tests (RATs).
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Quick read: What to do if you have COVID
If you have no symptoms or mild symptoms, these are the steps you need to take and what you should do when you test positive to COVID.
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Quick read: Prepare your home for COVID
If a household member tests positive for COVID-19, everyone in the home will need to take precautions straight away. Here are tips to help you get ready and stay safe.
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Quick read: Your infectious period
Learn if you are still infectious while you are recovering from COVID-19, or if you are putting others at risk.
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Routine antenatal tests
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.
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hCG test
The human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) test is usually used to confirm or monitor a pregnancy. It can be a blood or a urine test. Learn more here.
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Planning for your pregnancy
If you are thinking about pregnancy, visit your doctor for a preconception consult to provide you with expert advice on planning your pregnancy.
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Vaccinations and pregnancy
Vaccination is especially important before and during pregnancy. Read on to learn why, as well as information on side effects and costs.
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Smoking and pregnancy
Find out how smoking affects your fertility and pregnancy, and why quitting smoking will improve your health and give your baby the best start in life.
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Medicines during pregnancy
Learn more about taking medicines during pregnancy, which includes over-the-counter medicine as well as herbal supplements and vitamins.
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Pregnancy and Postnatal Mental Health Online Programs
Learn practical strategies for managing anxiety and low mood during pregnancy and postpartum with THIS WAY UP’s clinically-proven online programs for parents.
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Asthma and pregnancy
Most asthma medicines have been shown to be extremely safe for both you and your developing baby but check with your doctor if taking oral corticosteroids.
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Gestational diabetes
Learn about the causes, risk factors and potential complications of gestational diabetes, when during pregnancy it occurs, and how it can be managed.
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Pre-eclampsia
Pre-eclampsia is a condition that affects some pregnant women usually during the second half of pregnancy or immediately after delivery.
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Maternity care in Australia
If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, find out what care, support and services may be available to you in Australia.
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Morning sickness
Morning sickness is a feeling of nausea or the experience of vomiting during pregnancy. Find out what you can do to relieve it.
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Is 'baby brain' real?
Researchers at Deakin University who investigated 'baby brain' found that cognitive function and memory are affected in the third trimester of pregnancy.
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Why women need iodine – and how to get more of it (hint: ice cream)
More than 4 in 10 women could be deficient in iodine, a mineral needed in pregnancy for healthy brain development in babies, reports the University of Sydney.
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Mum2BMoodBooster - online program
Mum2BMoodBooster is Australia's new evidence-based treatment for depression during pregnancy.
Mum2BMoodBooster is a free online program designed to help women recover from antenatal depression.
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Life stages
Health information in relation to a number of different life stages and life events, such as babies and toddlers, children, teenagers, young adults, pregnancy, women's health, men's health, seniors and end-of-life issues.
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hCG levels
Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) is a hormone that is found in your urine and blood when you're pregnant. Find out more about hCG here.
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Zika virus
Learn about the Zika virus, and why it's advisable for pregnant women to avoid travelling to countries with outbreaks.
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Get the answers to your postnatal depression questions
Perinatal anxiety and depression (often called postnatal depression) is incredibly common among mums and dads, but many new parents don't speak up or get the help they need.
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Placenta praevia
Placenta praevia is a condition where the placenta is lying low and may cover the cervix. In some cases, a caesarean is necessary.
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Depression in women
Depression is a serious mental health condition that affects how you think, feel and behave. Depression is more common in women than men for a range of reasons.
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Oestrogen blood test
Oestrogen blood tests help us to understand hormone balance. Read more if you are planning pregnancy, are pregnant or your menstrual cycle is unusual.
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Urine tests
Urine tests are used for many different reasons. They can diagnose conditions, such as pregnancy, infections, diseases and screen for drug use.
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