Information for Pregnant Women

• Sydney Local Health District is taking steps to protect our staff, our patients and our community against any potential transmission of COVID-19 (coronavirus).
  
  
• Some antenatal visits will be done using telephone or video conferencing.
  
  

• Online Childbirth and Parenting education programs covering pregnancy, birth, parenting and breastfeeding are available. The Zoom classes allow for questions and interaction and cost will vary depending on the course you wish to attend and time of day.

  Please register your interest in online sessions here

  See our Parent Education resource library

• COVID-19 vaccines are recommended for women for are pregnant (at any stage), breastfeeding or planning pregnancy. Please discuss any questions or concerns with your midwife or doctor.
  
  
• If you are pregnant, you may be worried about how COVID-19 could affect you and your baby.
  We encourage you to talk with your midwife or doctor about any worries or questions.
  The NSW Government website has up to date COVID-19 advice for pregnant women and new parents.
  COVID-19 advice for pregnant women and new parents | NSW Government
  
  
• If you have suspected or confirmed COVID-19 in pregnancy, please call your midwife or doctor for advice.
  Coronavirus (COVID-19) and pregnancy | Pregnancy Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au)
  
  
• If you have concerns or think you are in labour, please call Labour Ward 9515 8420 to talk with a midwife.
  
  
• Information for parents and carers on COVID-19, vaccinations and tips to help protect you and your family.
  COVID-19: family guide | Raising Children Network
  
  
• You can continue to breast feed if you have suspected or confirmed COVID-19.
  Sydney Local Health District offers breastfeeding support from your very first antenatal visit. Breastfeeding support is provided free of charge and is available during your stay in hospital and postnatally within the community.
  Breastfeeding (nsw.gov.au)

Our team is here to support you.

• Read our Frequently asked questions for expectant parents
• Fetal Medicine/Ultrasound: 9515 6042
• Parent Education: 9515 5284
  Lactation Clinic: 9515 8422
  Early Pregnancy Assessment Service (EPAS): 9515 7101
  Gynaecology Services: 9515 7101