ANTENATAL CARE

You're pregnant

When you find out you're pregnant you'll have many questions about what happens now. Start with the schedule of visits, or browse the topics below.

Last reviewed May 2026 by Dr Sarah Koffmann

UNPLANNED OR UNSURE

Not every pregnancy is planned, and not everyone knows straight away what they want to do. Confidential information and support is available.

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Your schedule of visits

Every antenatal appointment from your first GP visit through to birth, with resources for each stage of pregnancy.

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Your care team

Booking in Models of care Visit a midwife Find a GP EPAS clinic

Tests, scans and screening

Pathology providers Imaging providers Reproductive genetic carrier screening NIPT, Harmony test Pregnancy screening tests Gestational diabetes

Looking after yourself

Signs and symptoms to look out for Common discomforts of pregnancy Nausea, vomiting and hyperemesis Physical wellbeing Mental wellbeing Medications Immunisations Drugs, alcohol, smoking and vaping Pregnancy loss Your baby's movements Food safety Infections in pregnancy

Preparing for birth

Prepare for birth When to call Having a baby Hand expressing colostrum Breastfeeding your baby Positions for labour and birth Assisted vaginal birth Caesarean birth Induction of labour
Questions between visits? Call Bathurst Base Maternity on 6330 5210, day or night.