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.

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

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.

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.

Many Australian children live in rainbow families with same-sex parents. Find out more about becoming a same-sex family and the supports available.