Whether you're planning to have your baby in hospital or at a midwifery-led birth centre, you should get a few things ready at least two weeks before your due date.

Birthing centres are usually more home-like than hospitals. Birthing centres are run by midwives and some offer water birth. Find out what to expect.

You can choose where to give birth. This could be at home, in a public or private hospital or in a birth unit. Learn more about making this choice.

Use this handy checklist to have your birth bag ready for when it's time to go to the hospital or birth centre.

Thinking ahead about your birth preferences helps you prepare, make informed choices, and feel confident and supported during labour and birth.

A water birth is when you give birth to your baby under water. Read more about water birth safety, and when a water birth is not recommended.

If you are healthy and your pregnancy is not at risk of complications, you may consider a homebirth. Speak to a midwife or doctor about your options.

A birth support partner can benefit both parent and baby. Learn how to choose the right person and how to provide good support at the birth.

Pregnancy, Birth and Baby is a national service from the Australian Government providing advice, support and information for parents.

Twins are more likely to be born early, often before 38 weeks, so it's important to understand your birth options, complications and special care.