Pregnancy, birth and baby resources
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine consumer fact sheet
Fact sheet
This fact sheet provides information to consumers on the Maternal RSV vaccine and RSV immunisation products.
Marketing in Australia of Infant Formulas (MAIF) complaint outcomes list for previous financial years
Report
This document contains a summary of Marketing in Australia of Infant Formulas (MAIF) complaint outcomes from financial year 2023–24.
Now is a great time to quit – pregnancy poster
Poster
The best way to protect you and your baby is to stop smoking and vaping.
Australian Government response to the Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Senate Inquiry
Report
This report is the Australian Government response to the recommendations made by the Senate Community Affairs References Committee.
Newborn bloodspot screening variant fact sheet
Fact sheet
The list of variants for sickle cell disease, beta thalassemia and other hemoglobinopathies are captured in this resource.
Evaluation of the Australian Family Partnership Program (AFPP) – Evaluation Reports 2021-24
Report
This evaluation captures AFPP outcomes and it’s impact on the health and wellbeing of participating families, and identifies areas for improvement.
Annual Report of the MAIF Agreement Complaints Committee 2023-2024
Report
The Annual Report 2023-2024 of the Marketing in Australia of Infant Formula (MAIF) Agreement Complaints Committee contains information about the function of the committee and complaints received in relation to the MAIF Agreement.
The National Stillbirth Action and Implementation Plan Annual report 3, 2024
Report
This is the third Annual Report for the monitoring and evaluation of the National Stillbirth Action and Implementation Plan (Stillbirth Action Plan). The report looks at the implementation of tasks in the Stillbirth Action Plan that contribute to the overarching goals.
Annual report of the MAIF Agreement Complaints Committee 2021–22
Report
This 2021-22 annual report of the Marketing in Australia of Infant Formulas (MAIF) Agreement Complaints Committee contains information about complaints the committee received in relation to the MAIF Agreement.
Annual report of the MAIF Agreement Complaints Committee 2022–23
Report
This 2022-23 annual report of the Marketing in Australia of Infant Formulas (MAIF) Agreement Complaints Committee contains information about complaints the committee received in relation to the MAIF Agreement.
The National Stillbirth Action and Implementation Plan Annual report 2, 2023
Report
This plan provides jurisdictions with the flexibility to implement actions tailored to local contexts.
National Stillbirth Action and Implementation Plan - Evaluation Report 2023
Report
The First Evaluation Report 2023 relates to the other reports published by Nous Group on the National Stillbirth Action and Implementation Plan.
COVID-19 vaccine information for pregnancy and breastfeeding – Easy Read
Fact sheet
A fact sheet about the COVID-19 vaccine for people who are pregnant or breastfeeding in Easy Read format.
National Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Strategic Action Plan 2018-2028 – Three-year implementation review
Report
This report shares review findings of the National Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Strategic Action Plan 2018-2028 implementation. The review’s aim is to inform the Australian Government if the plan is on-track to achieving its goals.
National Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Strategic Action Plan 2018-2028 – Three-year implementation review
Report
This report shares review findings of the National Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Strategic Action Plan 2018-2028 implementation. The review’s aim is to inform the Australian Government if the plan is on-track to achieving its goals.
Monitoring and evaluation services for Woman-centred care – Strategic directions for Australian maternity services
Report
This report outlines existing activities and outcomes under the Woman-centred Care Strategy.
Screening tests for your new baby – Tasmania
Brochure
Tasmanian Health Service information brochure explaining how newborn bloodspot screening works in Tasmania.
Maternal vaccinations consumer brochure
Brochure
This brochure provides information about the recommended vaccines available free for pregnant women under the National Immunisation Program.
Review of the MAIF Agreement – Terms of reference
Terms of reference
These terms of reference outline the review of the Marketing in Australia of Infant Formula (MAIF) Agreement. The review's purpose is to examine whether the MAIF Agreement remains effective.
The National Stillbirth Action and Implementation Plan Annual report 1, 2022
Report
This plan provides jurisdictions with the flexibility to implement actions tailored to local contexts.
National Stillbirth Action and Implementation Plan (NSAIP) – Monitoring and Evaluation Framework 2022-2030
Strategy or framework
The National Stillbirth Action and Implementation Plan focuses on reducing stillbirths experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women, some culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) women, women living in remote areas, women under 20 and women who have had a previous stillbirth.
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COVID-19 vaccination – Video – Dr Marilyn Clarke explains how vaccines work, and why pregnant women should get the COVID-19 vaccine
Advertisement
In this video, Worimi woman, obstetrician and gynaecologist Dr Marilyn Clarke describes how COVID-19 vaccines work, and explains why it’s important for pregnant women to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
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Midwife discussing pregnancy and alcohol with women (best practice example)
Training
This best practice example shows a midwife using the 5As approach (ask, assess, advise, assist and arrange) to talk about pregnancy and alcohol with a pregnant woman. This video is a part of the Women Want To Know initiative.
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Pregnancy and alcohol – a GP's perspective
Training
General practitioner (GP) Barri Phatarfod shares her views about health professionals speaking to women about alcohol and pregnancy. This video is a part of the Women Want To Know initiative.
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Pregnancy and alcohol – a woman's perspective (Verity)
Training
Verity, who is expecting her first child, shares her views about health professionals speaking to women about alcohol and pregnancy. This video is a part of the Women Want To Know initiative.
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