Plain-language guides and fact sheets for pregnancy and after birth. General information only — it is not a substitute for advice about your own situation.
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Pelvic floor
Pregnancy
Pelvic floor exercises in pregnancy and after birth
How to find and train your pelvic floor in pregnancy and after birth, when to see a pelvic health physio, and trusted Australian resources.Read online · Printable sheet included
Pregnancy fact sheets
Pregnancy
Iron in pregnancy
Why iron matters in pregnancy, how levels are checked, and the options for treatment.Download PDF · 2 pages
Pregnancy
Low-dose aspirin in pregnancy
Who is offered aspirin, what it is for, and how and when to take it.Download PDF · 2 pages
Pregnancy
Preeclampsia — what we check and why
What preeclampsia is, the checks at each visit, and the symptoms to report straight away.Download PDF · 2 pages
Early pregnancy
Bleeding in early pregnancy and progesterone
What bleeding early in pregnancy can mean, what is assessed, and where progesterone fits in.Download PDF · 2 pages
Pregnancy
Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy
Practical measures, treatment options, and when symptoms need review.Download PDF · 2 pages
Planning your care
Care
Obstetric care
How pregnancy care runs, the usual appointment schedule, and care for higher-risk pregnancies.Read online
Hospitals
Choosing where to have your baby
The hospitals where Dr Aridas delivers, and how to choose between them.Read online
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Referrals, waiting times, hospitals, costs and results.Read online
Other trusted sources
These organisations publish independent, evidence-based patient information. Links open in a new tab.
RANZCOG patient information (opens in new tab)
College pamphlets on pregnancy, birth and gynaecology
Pregnancy, Birth and Baby (opens in new tab)
Free national helpline and government-funded guides
Perinatal mental health support (PANDA) (opens in new tab)
National helpline for perinatal anxiety and depression
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