You receive antenatal care from your GP, midwife or obstetrician. You’ll be offered tests and scans and your health and your baby’s will be checked.

Antenatal care includes several check-ups, tests and scans, some of which are offered to women as a normal part of antenatal care in Australia. Learn more here.

If you are pregnant, find out when to have your first antenatal care visit and what will happen at the appointment with your doctor or midwife.

Your doctor, or GP, is likely to be the first health professional you see when you become pregnant, and may help with your antenatal care.

Your baby is now about 1cm long and if you haven’t seen your doctor yet, now is a good time to start your antenatal care.

Antenatal classes help you and your partner prepare for the birth of your baby and for caring for your newborn.

Handy infographic that shows what you can expect at each antenatal appointment during your pregnancy.

If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, find out what care, support and services may be available to you in Australia.

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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