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Sometimes premature labour can be delayed to increase a baby's chance of survival.

Miscarriage, stillbirth or neonatal death is a shattering event for those expecting a baby. Grief and anxiety about subsequent pregnancies are common in these circumstances but counselling can help.

If your baby is sick at birth or born premature they will be cared for in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) or Special Care Nursery (SCN) to support feeding, breathing and early development.

A neonatologist is a medical professional who specialises in caring for newborn babies, particularly those who are ill or born prematurely

Lupus can be controlled with medications, so the majority of affected women are able to have children.

If your baby is full-term and healthy, mild jaundice is nothing to worry about and will resolve by itself within a week or so.

Children affected by trisomy usually have a range of birth defects, including delayed development and intellectual disabilities.

Victoria’s hospital system consists of both private and public hospitals, offering a range of healthcare services.

A lactation consultant is a health professional who specialises in helping women to breastfeed their babies.

Dietitians provide information and advice about food and nutrition.