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Fertility Glossary

Antenatal care

Routine pregnancy care through the public or private system.

Pregnancy

Australian antenatal care is available through public hospital clinics, midwifery group practice, shared care with a GP, or privately with an obstetrician. Referral usually happens once the pregnancy is established and the fertility clinic discharges you, typically around eight to ten weeks.

Also known as: pregnancy care, maternity care, shared care

Sources

  • Pregnancy, Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au)
  • Healthdirect Australia (healthdirect.gov.au)

Last reviewed: 10 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only โ€” always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

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