Need to talk? Call 1800 882 436.
It's a free call with a maternal child health nurse. *call charges may apply from your mobile

Is it an emergency? Dial 000
If you need urgent medical help, call triple zero immediately.

beginning of content

Search results for: "Congenital, Hereditary and Neonatal Diseases"

Need more information?

Rhesus D negative in pregnancy

Rhesus disease is an incompatibility between your and your baby’s blood types. Find out what it could mean for your baby and how it is treated.

Read more on Pregnancy, Birth & Baby website

What is a neonatal death?

A neonatal death is when a baby dies in the first 4 weeks after they are born. Learn what can cause neonatal death and what happens if a baby dies.

Read more on Pregnancy, Birth & Baby website

Hip dysplasia in babies

Hip dysplasia is a problem with how a baby’s hip is developing. Find out more about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment including using a Pavlik harness.

Read more on Pregnancy, Birth & Baby website

Tongue-tie

Tongue-tie is a congenital condition in which a baby's frenulum is very short or tight. Tongue-tie can impact breastfeeding but help is available.

Read more on Pregnancy, Birth & Baby website

Jaundice in babies

Jaundice is common in newborn babies and is usually harmless, disappearing after 1 to 2 weeks. Find out about jaundice in newborn babies.

Read more on Pregnancy, Birth & Baby website

Birth injury (to the baby)

While some babies do experience birth injury, giving birth in Australia is very safe. Most birth injuries to babies are temporary, and in many cases treatment is available.

Read more on Pregnancy, Birth & Baby website

Nuchal translucency scan

A nuchal translucency scan is an ultrasound scan that helps in estimating your risk of having a baby with chromosomal abnormality.

Read more on Pregnancy, Birth & Baby website

What is Down syndrome?

Down syndrome is a genetic disorder characterised by mental and developmental impairments.

Read more on Pregnancy, Birth & Baby website

Cystic fibrosis

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is an inherited disease that mostly affects the lungs and digestive system. Find out more about symptoms and treatments here.

Read more on Pregnancy, Birth & Baby website

Microcephaly

Microcephaly is a rare condition. It can cause mild to severe developmental issues. Read how it affects pregnancy and is linked to Zika virus.

Read more on Pregnancy, Birth & Baby website

Call us and speak to a Maternal Child Health Nurse for personal advice and guidance.

Need further advice or guidance from our maternal child health nurses?

Healthdirect Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to the Traditional Owners and to Elders both past and present.

This information is for your general information and use only and is not intended to be used as medical advice and should not be used to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any medical condition, nor should it be used for therapeutic purposes.

The information is not a substitute for independent professional advice and should not be used as an alternative to professional health care. If you have a particular medical problem, please consult a healthcare professional.

Except as permitted under the Copyright Act 1968, this publication or any part of it may not be reproduced, altered, adapted, stored and/or distributed in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of Healthdirect Australia.