Pregnancy
Explore HerDoc guides and articles relevant to this stage of life. Each guide has its own scope.
This collection brings together selected health information. Each guide covers a particular question or situation. A topic page may also include information for other stages of life.
In this collection
- Medicines in pregnancy: what do the safety categories mean?
Understand Australia’s pregnancy medicine categories, what A, B1, B2, B3, C, D and X mean, and why the letter is only part of a treatment decision.
- How can I reduce my risk of cytomegalovirus (CMV) during pregnancy?
Practical ways to reduce CMV exposure during pregnancy, what to discuss about testing, and when to contact your GP or maternity team.
- What is cytomegalovirus (CMV), and when should I seek advice?
Learn about CMV symptoms, spread, pregnancy precautions, testing discussions and follow-up, with Australian information and resources for families.