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Print a printer-friendly pdf version of this page out and keep it somewhere safe so you can check that you are up-to-date with everything that you need to do - "Preggie-brain" means that you are likely to forget things!! Each of the 'To Do' items below links to a useful page on this site with tools and personalised directory listings for your region. and return to it for the links to the listings and information. Got a pregnant friend? Send this to them - they'll thank you!
first trimester
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calculate your due date | ||||||
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sign-up for the week-by-week pregnancy email guide | ||||||
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get a pregnancy countdown ticker so you can keep family and friends update to date with your progress | ||||||
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sign-up for the monthly Bub Hub eNewsletter | ||||||
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choose your pregnancy and birth model of care and find out about homebirth options in Australia then... | ||||||
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eat and drink for optimum nutrition for you and your baby | ||||||
second & third trimesters
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buy some stylish maternity wear & accessories from your local maternity wear stores or online |
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treat yourself to some pregnancy accessories |
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try some natural or organic pregnancy products |
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grab a maternity bargain and check the bub hub special offers page |
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ask your healthcare provider if they are happy for you to participate in a pregnancy exercise programme |
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attend a local pregnancy exercise class and/or exercise at home |
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have a regular pregnancy massage to keep aches and pains at bay (NOT in first trimester) |
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strengthen your pelvic floor |
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buy a pregnancy pillow and/or other body support and health products specifically designed for pregnancy |
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book yourself into an antenatal & birth preparation class |
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explore employing the services of a birth attendant or doula or a hypnobirthing specialist |
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read why specialist maternity bras are important |
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get fitted for a maternity bra or buy specialist nursing wear |
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get your name down at local childcare centres or nanny agencies, particularly if you will be returning to work a few months after the birth and need particular days or fulltime care. Childcare spots can be very hard to find. |
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find out what your maternity leave entitlements are |
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keep a pregnancy journal this feature is for registered members of our site only - registration is FREE |
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join a 'when are you due' birth group online this feature is for registered members of our site only - registration is FREE |
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join our pregnancy forum, ask about local maternity facilities, obstetricians, general ailments, ideas, share stories, laugh, chat and get support this feature is for registered members of our site only - registration is FREE |
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read pregnancy newsletter articles |
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print-out the 'what to buy for the nursery' checklist |
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visit your local nursery stores and local specialist nursery furniture, decor, artwork & bedding stores - but don't get overwhelmed! |
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check out nursery product stores online, online nursery furniture, decor, artwork & bedding stores and pregnancy and baby online emporiums for yummy things! |
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save money and research nursery items before you buy - read parent reviews |
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read the nursery furniture safety info before you buy |
| Treat Yourself | |
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get a belly mask designed locally by a professional or try a diy kit at home |
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go on a pregnancy retreat / weekend |
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get a professional pregnancy photo |
| Got Aches & Pains? | |
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discuss all issues with your healthcare provider |
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suffering a common pregnancy complaint? See suggested remedies - you are not alone! |
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at risk of a pregnancy complication? Get more info and find a support group |
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have a pregnancy massage (NOT in first trimester) |
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see a specialist physiotherapist |
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see a specialist complementary therapist |
| See into the future! | |
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3d / 4d ultrasound scan services |
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read about your baby's potential personality traits with the baby star sign calculator |
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are you having a boy or girl? Fun predictor test |
preparing for the birth
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have a baby shower! |
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choose baby names |
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look at birthing & labour aids |
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make sure the nursery is full stocked and ready to go |
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get a baby safety capsule fitted into your car |
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have a stock of baby clothes available |
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pack your hospital bag |
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buy yourself a gorgeous nappy bag |
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cloth or disposable nappies? - check out the options |
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save your legs and get your groceries home delivered |
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stock up the freezer with pre-prepared nutritious family meals |
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know where your local child & maternal health clinic is located |
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read up on cord blood donation & private storage services |
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organise a birth announcement service |
what next?
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print out the newborn to do list for your region - and get a friend or relative to help you with working your way through it! |
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