Pregnancy loss
Stillbirth is defined in Australia from 20 weeks or 400 grams. Specialist bereavement care, investigation of the cause where families wish it, and support services including Sands and Red Nose are available, along with entitlements such as parental leave and bereavement payments.
Also known as: stillborn
Related Australia guides
Sources
- Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (ranzcog.edu.au)
- Pregnancy, Birth and Baby (pregnancybirthbaby.org.au)
Last reviewed: 10 September 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only — always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.