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- Urinary system birth defects
Common birth defects of the urinary system include hypospadias, obstructive defects of the renal pelvis and renal agenesis.
- Birth defects
Information on birth defects, including fact sheets on types of birth defects, risks and genetic screening.
- Developing a birth plan
A birth plan is a written summary of your preferences for when you are in labour and giving birth.
- Conception, pregnancy and birth
Pregnancy, contraception and reproductive information and services. From conception through to labour.
- Abdominal birth defects
During fetal development, the diaphragm or abdominal wall may fail to properly fuse, allowing the abdominal organs to protrude.
- Digestive tract birth defects
Too much amniotic fluid surrounding the baby during pregnancy (polyhydramnios) may indicate the presence of defects of the digestive tract.
- Contraception after giving birth
After having a baby, you need to choose an effective method of contraception if you don't want to have another baby straight away.
- First weeks after birth
Use help and advice from family, friends and healthcare services to stay healthy, happy and well supported during the first few weeks after childbirth.
- Pregnancy and birth services
Involving health services early and understanding your childbirth options will give you the best chance of a successful and rewarding birth experience.
- Pregnancy and birth care options
Pregnant women in Victoria can choose who will care for them during their pregnancy, where they would like to give birth and how they would like to deliver their baby.