A-Z of healthy living

Call the Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26 immediately if you suspect your child has been poisoned, given the wrong medicine or the wrong dose of medicine.

You need several doses of the vaccine before you are fully protected against polio.

Postnatal depression can happen either a few days or weeks after the birth, with a slow or sudden onset.

It is important to consult with your doctor or midwife before embarking on any postnatal exercise program - you may need more time than you think to heal from childbirth.

This pre-immunisation checklist will help you prepare so you know what to expect and what information you will need to give your GP or clinic staff before your immunisation.

Bleeding from the vagina in early pregnancy happens in almost one in four pregnancies.

Most women take a drug of some kind during pregnancy, sometimes without realising the potential for harm.

Morning sickness is typically at its worst early in the day but it can strike at any point during the day or night.

Packing for hospital is an exciting part of preparing for the birth of your baby.

There is no evidence that preeclampsia is caused by emotional stress, working too hard or not getting enough rest.