A healthy pregnancy is important. Below we have developed a printable document for patients that GPs and practice nurses can print off and offer to patients during a consultation. This document will provide patients with further information by providing a list of key resources. The Consumer Information will also direct patients to this website should they wish to view a more comprehensive list of resources.  Please print the Pregnancy Lifescripts - Consumer Information.

For a more comprehensive list of pregnancy specific information in the areas of smoking, alcohol and nutrition, please view the following links:

** please note some pages will take longer than others to download.

Smoking Resources:

Quitnow: The National Tobacco Campaign. A national resource developed by the Australian Government providing fact sheets, quitting strategies and links to other resources for all people wanting to quit or help somebody else quit smoking.

Smoking & Pregnancy | Quit SA.  A recommended resource for all smoking women who are considering pregnancy, pregnant or breastfeeding. A joint initiative of the Heart Foundation (SA Division)and The Cancer Council South Australia.

Smoking and Pregnancy | QLD Health. Brief information for pregnant or breastfeeding women. Developed by the QLD Government.

Smoking and Pregnancy | NSW Health.  A fact sheet for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Developed by NSW Health.

Help for putting out that cigarette. Developed by the US Smoke-Free Families national program, this pregnancy specific self-help booklet includes benefits of quitting for you and your baby, ways to prepare to quit, how to handle "slips" and tips for after the baby is born.

Alcohol Resources:

Australian Alcohol Guidelines - Fact Sheet - Alcohol and Women's Health. A fact sheet about alcohol use for all women including pregnant and breastfeeding women and draws from the Australian Government’s National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Australian Alcohol Guidelines.

Australian Alcohol Guidelines - Guideline 11- If you are pregnant, or planning a pregnancy. The NHMRC guideline specifically for women who are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.

Pregnancy and Alcohol. Information and advice around the effects of alcohol on pregnant and breastfeeding women. Developed by the Women’s Alcohol and Drug Service at the Royal Women’s Hospital Victoria.

Nutrition Resources:

Healthy Eating Guidelines for Pregnant Women. Information based on the NHMRC’s Nutrient Reference Values for Australia and New Zealand. Developed by the Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing.

Healthy Eating Guidelines for Breastfeeding Women. Information based on the NHMRC’s Nutrient Reference Values for Australia and New Zealand. Developed by the Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing.

Food for Health: Dietary Guidelines for Australian Adults. Fact sheet with dietary information for all Australian adults including those who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Developed by the NHMRC.

Listeria and Food. Brochure with information about safe food handling, storage and eating practices. Developed by Food Standards Australia and New Zealand.

Folic Acid (Folate) and Pregnancy. Brochure with information about folic acid as both a natural food source and a supplement. Developed by Food Standards Australia and New Zealand.

Mercury in Fish. Brochure with information and advice on fish consumption and mercury for pregnant or breastfeeding women and their children. Developed by Food Standards Australia and New Zealand. 

Healthy fish eating when pregnant | NSW Food Authority. Information about fish and fish products for pregnant or breastfeeding women and their children. Developed by the NSW Food Authority.

Eating For Two | WA Department of Health. A comprehensive guide to healthy eating, including foods to avoid, weight gain, and other nutrition related health issues. Developed by the Western Australian Department of Health.

Food safety during pregnancy | NSW Food Authority. This easy to read booklet developed by the NSW food authority, provides pregnant women with healthy eating information including good natural food sources, advice and information around supplements, and foods to avoid due to the health risk associated with them.

Other Resources:

Having a Baby | NSW Health. This link downloads a book describing aspects of pregnancy care that are widely applicable throughout Australia.  Published under the auspices of the NSW Department of Health.

Eating well and Pregnancy. Brochure providing brief advice on nutritional intake for women who are using drugs or alcohol during pregnancy.  Developed by the Women’s Alcohol and Drug Service at the Royal Women’s Hospital Victoria.

Breastfeeding and the use of recreational drugs - alcohol, caffeine, nicotine and marijuana. Information and advice for women relating to breastfeeding and the use of alcohol, caffeine, nicotine and marijuana.  Developed by the Australian Breastfeeding Association.

Pregnancy. This Australian Government web link provides a range of resources on pregnancy and the health of a pregnant women and their unborn child.

Preparing for Pregnancy - Your Health. Brief advice for women around various areas of pregnancy related health issues. Developed by the Women’s Alcohol and Drug Service at the Royal Women’s Hospital Victoria.