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Parenting with a disability

Find out more about the unique challenges that many parents with a disability face, and the importance of asking for help and support when needed.

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Pregnancy at week 14

By week 14, your baby’s organs have formed, their face is becoming more recognisable, and you may be feeling more energetic.

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Being a parent

Postnatal depression, single parenting, relationship breakdowns and divorce and losing your identity can be some of the difficulties faced by parents.

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Video call

Speak face to face with a friendly maternal child health nurse about any questions you may have about you and your child. Available from 7am to midnight AEST. Video call is available within Australia only.

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Washing your baby

You don't need to bathe your baby every day but you should wash their face, neck, hands and bottom carefully every day.

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Skin changes during pregnancy - melasma (chloasma)

Melasma refers to brown patches that can appear on your skin, often appearing on the on your face. It's common in pregnancy, usually in the second or third trimester.

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Cleft lip and cleft palate

A cleft lip and/or cleft palate occurs when separate areas of a baby’s face do not join together properly when developing during pregnancy.

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Caring for a child with Down syndrome

When caring for a child with Down syndrome, you might face some different challenges to other parents. Find out what support you can get.

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Living with overweight, being pregnant and giving birth

Living with overweight or obesity while pregnant and giving birth means you or your baby may face challenges. Here’s how to make it easier for you both.

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Malpresentation

Malpresentation is when your baby is in an unusual position as the birth approaches. Sometimes it’s possible to move the baby, but a caesarean maybe safer.

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