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COVID-19 Information for Pregnant Women and New Mothers

This page is a collection of all the relevant information we have for pregnant women and new mothers on the COVID-19 situation and how it might affect them.

Including posts, links and reposts of information we think might help you.

We will update it regularly...

Stay safe.

‘You are not alone Mama’. Reflections on birth in the time of COVID-19

Image and poem by Dr Claire Egbers

I recently saw in my social media feed a beautiful post from Sydney paediatrician Dr Claire Egbers (originally from Johannesburg). Inspired by her own family, two of whom are due to give birth in the coming months, she created this drawing for them to accompany some words written by Catie Atkinson, Spirit Y Sol. Catie writes […]

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What will happen when I go into labour during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Woman in labour

It’s safe to say that hospital is probably the last place anybody wants to be at the moment, unless of course, they’re having a baby! Be reassured that hospital staff, midwives and doctors are working really hard to make sure labour and birth are as safe as always during the COVID-19 pandemic and that you […]

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How does Coronavirus affect pregnancy?

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There is an overwhelming amount of news stories, social media and conversation about COVID-19 at the moment as we all struggle to process the impact on our lives. In particular how Coronavirus affects pregnancy. It is understandable that pregnant women will have a sense of anxiety about their own health and that of their unborn […]

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· Categorized: COVID-19 Information, Pregnancy · Tagged: antenatal care, Coronavirus, COVID-19, pregnancy

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Links to COVID-19 Resources for Pregnant Women and New Mothers

Mental Health Resources

Emergency Mental Health Line (NSW) – 1800 011 511

MumSpace – Supporting the Emotional Health of New Mums

Podcasts

The Mum Drum – COPE podcast

MOTHERKIND podcast

Visit your GP

to discuss your mental health.  If you need, your GP can provide you with a mental health care plan and referral to mental health practitioner, such as a psychologist or counsellor.

The Gidget Foundation Australia: provides support for perinatal Depression and Anxiety and for families suffering emotional distress in pregnancy and early parenting. Contact 1300851 758

Online References for parents about coping with Coronavirus

Mental health considerations during the COVID-19 outbreak (WHO International).

Beyond Blue – Pregnancy and New Parents – seeking support

Beyond Blue – looking after your mental health during the Coronavirus outbreak

Dave the Dog is worried about coronavirus

(Downloadable book for children who are worried about Coronavirus)

Breastfeeding references

Australian Breastfeeding Association COVID-19 guidelines

Centres for Disease Control and Prevention – guide to breastfeeding during the Coronavirus pandemic

Accessing trustworthy information

Health.gov.au Coronavirus Health Alert

Health Direct website Coronavirus advice

NSW Health Coronavirus updates

Northern NSW Local Health District – Information for women accessing maternity services

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