Family planning clinics provide support relating to reproduction, contraception and pregnancy and can be found throughout Australia.

Fertility awareness is learning to identify which days of the month you are fertile. It can be used as a form of contraception or to become pregnant.

If you are thinking about pregnancy, visit your doctor for a preconception consult to provide you with expert advice on planning your pregnancy.

Having an unplanned pregnancy can be an emotional experience. There will be decisions you will need to make, but there are services available to help you through this time.

Discover the journey of conception and fetal development. Learn about your baby’s development milestones at each month during your pregnancy.

Knowing when you ovulate and having sex at the right time is important when you are trying to fall pregnant. Kits can help you predict ovulation.

Infographic showing the process of conception and when the fetus starts to develops in the uterus.

Payments to support families are available from the Australian Government. Find out what’s available if you are the parent or carer of a child.

A birth plan can help you plan your options for labour. It can also help you express what you feel is important to your health team and your partner.

Creating a family budget can help you manage your finances and spend less time worrying about money. This page will guide you through the steps.