While most medicines are safe to take while breastfeeding, some can affect your baby. Learn out more about medicines and breastfeeding here.

Learn more about which medicines are safe to take during pregnancy, including over-the-counter medicine, herbal supplements and vitamins.

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Get practical tips on giving your baby or child medicine, measuring doses correctly and what to do if your child have side effects.

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During pregnancy or while breastfeeding, it is important to speak to your doctor or midwife first about the safety and benefits of drinking herbal teas.

Complementary therapies such as chiropractic and naturopathy are often used alongside conventional medicinal treatments, both for adults and children.

About half of Australian women consult a complementary therapist while pregnant. Here's what you should know about integrative medicine and pregnancy.

You can choose to have your baby in a public or private hospital. Both will provide quality care. Find out how to book in and who will care for you.

What's the difference between immunisation and vaccination? Find out how vaccines work and the difference between primary and booster doses.