Birth - frequently asked questions

How do I register my baby’s birth?

After baby is born, you will be given a birth registration pack.

Information includes:

• how to register your baby’s birth
• how to order a birth certificate/extract or commemorative birth certificate.

In the case of same sex female parents, only one parent can be registered as the baby's mother.

More information:

• Queensland Government – Register a birth
• Australian Government – When your baby arrives

In this guide:

1. When does labour start?
2. When will my waters break?
3. How long does labour last?
4. What is pre-labour?
5. What do contractions feel like?
6. How do I time contractions?
7. When do I come to hospital?
8. What do I bring to hospital?
9. What happens when I get to hospital?
10. What if my labour is progressing slowly?
11. What is the best position for giving birth?
12. What is an episiotomy?
13. How will my baby be monitored during labour?
14. What is a CTG?
15. Why do I need internal (vaginal) examinations?
16. Can I take my placenta home?
17. How do I register my baby’s birth?

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