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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!

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first trimester

calculate your due date
sign-up for the week-by-week pregnancy email guide
get a pregnancy countdown ticker so you can keep family and friends update to date with your progress
sign-up for the monthly Bub Hub eNewsletter
Investigate insurance for you and your partner
choose your pregnancy and birth model of care and find out about homebirth options in Australia then...
either select a local maternity hospital or midwife managed birth centre
and/or select a local independent or homebirth midwife
and/or check if there is a community midwifery program in your region
eat and drink for optimum nutrition for you and your baby
investigate your maternity leave entitlements


second & third trimesters

buy some stylish maternity wear & accessories from your local maternity wear stores or online
treat yourself to some pregnancy accessories
try some natural or organic pregnancy products
ask your healthcare provider if they are happy for you to participate in a pregnancy exercise programme
attend a local pregnancy exercise class and/or exercise at home
have a regular pregnancy massage to keep aches and pains at bay (NOT in first trimester)
strengthen your pelvic floor
buy a pregnancy pillow and/or other body support and health products specifically designed for pregnancy
book yourself into an antenatal & birth preparation class
explore employing the services of a birth attendant or doula or a hypnobirthing specialist
read why specialist maternity bras are important
get fitted for a maternity bra or buy specialist nursing wear
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.
find out what your maternity leave entitlements are
keep a pregnancy journal
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join a 'when are you due' birth group online
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join our pregnancy forum, ask about local maternity facilities, obstetricians, general ailments, ideas, share stories, laugh, chat and get support
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read pregnancy newsletter articles
print-out the 'what to buy for the nursery' checklist
visit your local nursery stores and local specialist nursery furniture, decor, artwork & bedding stores - but don't get overwhelmed!
check out nursery product stores online, online nursery furniture, decor, artwork & bedding stores and pregnancy and baby online emporiums for yummy things!
save money and research nursery items before you buy - read parent reviews
read the nursery furniture safety info before you buy
Treat Yourself
get a belly mask designed locally by a professional or try a diy kit at home
go on a pregnancy retreat / weekend
get a professional pregnancy photo
Got Aches & Pains?
discuss all issues with your healthcare provider
suffering a common pregnancy complaint? See suggested remedies - you are not alone!
at risk of a pregnancy complication? Get more info and find a support group
have a pregnancy massage (NOT in first trimester)
see a specialist physiotherapist
see a specialist complementary therapist
See into the future!
3d / 4d ultrasound scan services
read about your baby's potential personality traits with the baby star sign calculator
are you having a boy or girl? Fun predictor test


preparing for the birth

have a baby shower!
choose baby names
look at birthing & labour aids
make sure the nursery is full stocked and ready to go
get a baby safety capsule fitted into your car
have a stock of baby clothes available
pack your hospital bag
buy yourself a gorgeous nappy bag
cloth or disposable nappies? - check out the options
save your legs and get your groceries home delivered
stock up the freezer with pre-prepared nutritious family meals
know where your local child & maternal health clinic is located
read up on cord blood donation & private storage services
organise a birth announcement service


what next?

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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