When should I call my pregnancy advice line?

When should I call my pregnancy advice line?

If you think you are in labour call us on 0300 123 5473 Call a Midwife is a designated telephone advice and triage line available 24 hours a day 7 days a week. You can talk to a local midwife at any time about your pregnancy, labour or in the first 28 days after your baby is born.

How do I register for pregnancy in Australia?

Call your GP or the Pregnancy SA Infoline: 1300 368 820 Available Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 4.00 pm, excluding public holidays.

What do I bring to my first antenatal appointment?

First Antenatal visit

1. During this visit your Midwife will discuss your general health, ask questions about this and any previous pregnancies.
2. Please bring any recent pathology or ultrasound reports with you to this visit.
3. Your Midwife will commence your “hand held” pregnancy record.

Can you call your midwife at any time?

When can I call my midwife? You should be able to call a midwife 24 hours a day. Your midwife will give you the contact details. It may not be a midwife you know, but there will always be someone on call.

When should I go to the hospital for early pregnancy?

Call your healthcare provider right away if you have: A fever higher than 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit. Heavy bleeding, soaking more than one pad an hour for three hours. Unusual or severe cramping or abdominal pain.

How many scans do you have during pregnancy Australia?

Most women will be advised to have at least two ultrasound scans during their pregnancy — the first and second trimester scans.

Can midwives do ultrasounds?

If you decide to work with a midwife, that doesn’t preclude procedures like ultrasounds and genetic testing during your pregnancy. Some midwives study to offer additional services, such as basic ultrasounds to check amniotic fluid levels, Anderson said.

What do you do after you find out your pregnant in Australia?

If you have just found out you are pregnant, it’s important to see your doctor (GP) or midwife to start your antenatal care. Antenatal appointments are important even if you are healthy and your pregnancy is going well.

Can you self refer to a midwife?

Your GP can refer you to a hospital or a midwife-led team for antenatal care and delivery. But many NHS hospitals, and some midwife teams, also offer the option of self-referral.

Where can I Find my Pregnancy record in SA?

A map showing the location of public hospitals in country South Australia is available on the Country Health SA website. The South Australian Pregnancy Record is a hand-held antenatal medical record designed to be held by you, rather than your health provider, and taken to all your appointments during your pregnancy.

Where to go for first antenatal care in SA?

Alternatively country residents who plan on birthing in a metropolitan public hospital should contact their GP or the Pregnancy SA Infoline to book their first antenatal appointment. If you require specialist perinatal care you are not required to call the new service.

What is the phone number for birthline pregnancy support?

Please call 8331 1223 to ensure we’re here for you when you arrive. 24HOURS TELEPHONE COUNSELLING (08) 8331 1223 or 1300 655 156 Copyright © 2021 Birthline Pregnancy Support .