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What is shared decision making?
Shared decision making in healthcare is where a patient and healthcare professional make important decisions together. Read on to learn more.
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Health professionals involved in your pregnancy
Information on the health professionals involved in your pregnancy, such as midwives, doctors and obstetricians.
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Understanding informed consent and your rights when having a baby
Informed consent is needed for all treatment or procedures, unless it is an emergency. Read on to learn more about informed consent in Australia.
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Find local health services
The National Health Services Directory (NHSD) provides easy access to reliable and consistent information about health services for everyone.
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What does your GP do in pregnancy care?
Your doctor, or GP, is likely to be the first health professional you see when you’re pregnant. Read more about how GPs help with your antenatal care.
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What is freebirth?
Freebirth is when a woman chooses to birth her baby without medical or midwifery assistance, but this greater independence comes with some risks.
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Maternity services in rural Queensland
Find out what maternity services are available in rural or remote Queensland.
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Making the most of your pharmacist
Pharmacists don't just fill prescriptions. They are also able to give a wide range of free, evidence based, health advice and services.
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Choosing where to give birth
Advice on choosing where to give birth, including a midwifery unit or birth centre, hospital or at home, and what to expect from private and public care.
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Having a baby at a birthing centre
Birthing centres are usually more home-like than hospitals. Birthing centres are run by midwives, and in some centres, water birth is an option.
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