Yarrawonga Health has been supporting women and families during pregnancy and beyond for over 90 years. We recognise the different needs and expectations of every family we care for, and provide a personalised, woman-centred approach to maternity care.
Are you having a baby?
Currently, Yarrawonga Health classified as a Level 1 Maternity Service in the Capability framework for Victorian maternity and newborn services. A Level 1 service is classified as a non-birthing service.
Although we can’t care you during labour and birth, our team can care for you during your pregnancy and at home after you have had your baby.
Acknowledging the importance of care close to home with known care providers, we work in collaboration with other health services in our region to support families during this unique and sensitive time.
ANTENATAL CLINIC
Yarrawonga Health Maternity Services offers an all-risk antenatal clinic. Our small team of midwives work alongside obstetricians and GP obstetricians to provide pregnancy care. You will get to know our team throughout your pregnancy, who are committed to working in partnership with women and their families to provide best possible care. We can refer to other healthcare clinicians during pregnancy for holistic, well rounded care, including emotional health support, physiotherapy, dietician and diabetes care.
The maternity team will liaise with your preferred birthing hospital when it is time to transfer your care for birth.
The antenatal clinic is open every Monday from 8.30am- 4.30pm by appointment, located in the Health Hub at Yarrawonga Health.
Referrals for pregnancy care can be emailed directly to YH.Antenatal@yh.org.au
GP’s can email this completed referral form, along with any relevant blood tests and ultrasound scans.
GP Maternity Form Fillable
MATERNITY HOME VISITING CARE
One of our midwives will visit you at home soon after your baby is born. The number of visits will depend on your needs and your baby’s needs.
You’ll be supported and listened to about how you’re settling into parenthood, and how you are feeling physically and emotionally. The midwife will help with feeding, sleeping and check on your baby’s growth and development.
When your home care finishes our midwives will ensure you are connected with the local Maternal and Child Health Service. This is a free service offered through local councils for children from birth to school age.
YARRAWONGA HEALTH BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT
Yarrawonga Health is committed to supporting families along their breastfeeding journey. The YH Breastfeeding Support Service is a no-fee, appointment-based service, facilitated by a lactation consultant.
Families can self-refer, but phoning our midwives on 57438135, and we also accept referrals from GP’s or Maternal and Child Health nurses via our phone or email BreastfeedingSupport@yh.org.au
Our team of midwives work Monday to Friday 8.30am- 5pm. Please phone them on 57438135 for more information or support.