Links We Like
Maternity
The Epworth Freemasons Maternity Hospital
Information about the Epworth Freemasons Maternity Hospital – including a virtual tour of the facilities and FAQ
Health information fact sheets from the Royal Women’s Hospital in Melbourne
A Victorian government site providing reliable health and medical information
Find out about calmbirth® and find courses and practioners
Babies
Baby’s Movements & What They Mean
Information about healthy eating in pregnancy
Australian Multiple Birth Association
AMBA is a not for profit organisation providing support, resources and education to families expecting twins or triplets
Choice – independent tests and reviews of baby and toddler equipment
Information about prevention of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
Help with Settling Baby to Sleep
An Australian parenting website, this site provides some useful information about common children’s sleep problems
Nutrition & Exercise
Information about healthy eating in pregnancy
Information on gestational diabetes from Diabetes Australia
Pregnancy used to signal the end of a woman’s sporting career but in recent years many great female athletes have returned to their sport to compete at the highest levels following the birth of a baby
Advice about exercise after childbirth from Sports Medicine Australia. A brochure on what baby’s movements mean and tips on how to keep check on your baby’s health by being aware of their movements
Support
Find contact information for your local maternal child health service
Pregnancy, Birth and Baby Helpline
A general health website containing information on pregnancy, birth and parenting in the first 12 months
Parentline Victoria provides a telephone counselling service for parents
Australian Government website for information on paid parental leave
Medication & Immunisation
Ask a pharmacist about the safety of medication in pregnancy and breastfeeding
Information about swine flu provided by the Department of Health, Victoria
Information about the Whooping Cough vaccine provided by the Department of Health, Victoria
Hepatitis B Vaccine for Infants
Information about the Hepatitis B vaccine provided by the Department of Health, Victoria
Vitamin K Injection for Newborn Babies
Information about the infant vitamin K injection provided by the National Health and Medical Research Council
Breastfeeding
The Australian Breastfeeding Association
The leading source of breastfeeding information and support in Australia – this organisation provides a 24hr telephone helpline for breastfeeding support