Find out what you need to know about having a baby in the ACT.

Here are some things to consider when choosing a name for your baby and how to register your baby's name in your state or territory.

If you're considering adoption, you need to know about eligibility, differences between the states' and territories' laws, and how adoption may affect your family.

Disability and parenting support includes government support, information services, non-profit, charity and parent support groups and carers networks.

Your local child health centre offers health checks, immunisations and parenting advice. Find out more about how they can support you and your baby.

Passive smoke and vapour can damage your health if you breathe it in, especially for babies, children and pregnant women. Learn about the risks.

Domestic and family violence can affect babies and children. Find out about the impact on babies and children and where you can turn to for help.

Babies and children need to use car seats or seatbelts that are properly fitted and suited to their age and size when travelling in a car.

To become a foster carer, you’ll need to consider the emotional challenges, financial issues and how a child's background affects their development.

A child health nurse supports you once you are home from hospital with a newborn baby. Learn more about their role and how they can help you.