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Conception - from fertilisation to embryo

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

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Cleft lip and cleft palate

Cleft lip or palate happens when parts of the lip, upper jaw or roof of the mouth don't join properly early in pregnancy.

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Conception and fetal development

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

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Pregnant with twins

If you're pregnant with twins, a healthy lifestyle and diet will help you manage your pregnancy and give your babies the best start in life.

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What do paediatricians do?

Paediatricians provide care for babies, kids and teenagers. Ask them about childhood illnesses and physical, mental and behavioural development.

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Molar pregnancy

A molar pregnancy is a rare type of pregnancy loss. Find out more about the symptoms, treatment, monitoring and available support.

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Uterine differences

Some people have a uterus with a different shape. If your uterus has a different shape, you may have difficulties becoming pregnant, recurrent miscarriages or premature birth.

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Pregnancy after a stillbirth or neonatal death

Pregnancy after stillbirth or neonatal loss can trigger anxiety for some people. Read more about preparing yourself medically and emotionally.

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What really happens during a miscarriage

WARNING — This article contains some graphic descriptions of what you might see during a miscarriage.

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Glossary of pregnancy and labour

Glossary of common terms and abbreviations used in pregnancy and labour.

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