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Having a Baby
What's changed recently?
- From Thursday, 20 January there will be a change to visitor restrictions at public hospitals across Queensland. There is now a maximum of two visitors permitted for each patient in most patient settings, with tighter restrictions in areas such as the Emergency Department and post-operative ward. This will not restrict access to health care for anyone; everyone will have access to care or treatment regardless of their vaccination status. Anyone making healthcare decisions for a patient, for example a parent or carer, will also be permitted to accompany them. For more information, visit: https://bit.ly/currenthospitalrestrictions
- From December 17 anyone visiting a public healthcare facility will need to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Present proof of vaccination by downloading your vaccination certificate onto the Check In Qld app, bringing your COVID vaccination card or printing a copy from your MyGov account. This does not apply to patients. Some exemptions may apply.
Here at the Townsville Hospital and Health Service we understand how exciting it can be to prepare for, and welcome, a new baby into the world. We are committed to providing the highest level of care to ensure that you and your family feel safe, respected and cared for. We also understand the importance of choice during pregnancy and birth and offer a diverse range of care options to women and their families.
Contact us
Townsville Birth Centre
Ph: (07) 4433 2779
All-Risk Midwifery Group Practice
Ph: (07) 4433 2353
Midwife Clinic Care
Ph: (07) 4433 1450
Outreach Midwife Clinic Care - Townsville Aboriginal and Islander Health Service (TAIHS)
Ph: Jacqui 0459 815 4598
or
Mothers and Babies Clinic at TAIHS (07) 4759 4045.
Ingham Health Service
Ph: (07) 4720 3050
Ayr Health Service
Ph: (07) 4783 0855
Palm Island midwife
Ph: 0437 550 171
Useful resources
Having a Baby in QLD
www.havingababy.org.au
Free, supportive emails from COPE throughout pregnancy and early motherhood
http://readytocope.org.au/
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