Mother and baby health checks

Your health after pregnancy

Postnatal check

You can book a check-up with your midwife, doctor or obstetrician 6 to 8 weeks after birth.

Your health professional will check your health and wellbeing. They can support you and help you adjust. Talk to them about any physical or emotional concerns you have.

Find out more about the 6-week postnatal check on the Pregnancy, Birth and Baby website.

Mental health support

If you or your partner are struggling with mental health, there’s support for new parents on the PANDA website.

You can also speak to your doctor and ask for a mental health treatment plan to get professional support. Find out about seeking professional help for mental health.

Your baby’s health checks

Your baby needs regular checks with your child health nurse or doctor to keep track of their development and get their vaccinations. Find out which vaccinations your child can get and when.

You’ll get a Child Health Record when they’re born that your nurse or doctor will use for each appointment. The Child Health Record is often called a blue, red, green or purple book, depending on the colour of the book in your state or territory.

Find out more about regular health checks for your baby on the Pregnancy, Birth and Baby website.

Book your baby’s health check with a nurse

Go to maternal and child health services for your state or territory for more information. These links will take you away from myGov.

If there are concerns about your child’s development

You may be able to get support through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

The NDIS early childhood approach helps children younger than 6 with developmental delay. You don’t need a diagnosis and it can help you access the right support for your child.

Find out more about the early childhood approach on the NDIS website.