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Pregnancy, parenting, and COVID-19

Information for pregnant women and parents on how to keep you and your family safe from COVID-19.

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COVID-19 and kids

Here's what you should know about COVID-19 and children, including symptoms, how to treat COVID-19, getting vaccinated and preventing infection.

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COVID-19 and pregnancy

Learn about COVID-19 and pregnancy. Find out what to do if you have COVID-19 symptoms while pregnant and how you can protect yourself and your baby.

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Testing positive to COVID-19 while pregnant

Learn what to do if you test positive for COVID-19 while pregnant. Read about symptoms and treatment of COVID-19 during labour and breastfeeding.

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Home birth

Speak to your health professional if you’re considering a homebirth. If you are healthy and your pregnancy is low risk, you may have options.

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Travel and pregnancy

With the proper precautions, and armed with information on when to travel, vaccinations and insurance, most women can travel safely well into their pregnancy.

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