The following links and resources are intended for support purposes only. The views and opinions expressed on external websites and resources are those of the authors and contributors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of PRAM. All content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. We encourage readers to consult with qualified healthcare professionals regarding any medical concerns or decisions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or parenting. The information shared here is based on personal experiences, research, and general knowledge, and may not apply to every individual or situation. PRAM is not responsible for any actions taken based on the content provided on this site.
Pregnancy options support
- Pregnancy Help Australia - National Helpline 1300 139 313 - 7 days, 8am - 10pm | pregnancyhelpaustralia.org.au
- Pregnancy & Recovery Arc Mildura (that's us) - PRAM provides free 'confidential care conversations' to support woman in exploring all pregnancy options, and referral pathways - including GP access and antenatal care if required. Contact us via phone, email or our social media to schedule a private appointment.
- Free worksheets are available to review & download at the bottom of this webpage.
Miscarriage & pregnancy loss support
- Pink Elephants Support Network - Support for Pregnancy Loss & Miscarriage | pinkelephants.org.au
- Red Nose Grief and Loss - Fact Sheets & resources | rednosegriefandloss.org.au
- Early pregnancy loss commemorative certificate - Recognise the significance of an early pregnancy loss | bdm.vic.gov.au
- Bears of Hope - Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support | bearsofhope.org.au | Call 1300 11 HOPE for support
- Miscarriage Australia - Ways to remember & honour your baby | miscarriageaustralia.com.au
- The Royal Women's Hospital - Treating miscarriage | thewomens.org.au
- Miscarriage Hope Desk - Ways to Memorialize Your Miscarriage | miscarriagehopedesk.org
After Abortion - post termination Support
- Pregnancy Help Australia - after abortion support & referral Australia | pregnancyhelpaustralia.org.au
- Support After Abortion - care & access to healing without judgment, shame or guilt | supportafterabortion.com
- Grieving After an Abortion Is a Valid and Natural Response | psychcentral.com
- How to Deal With Depression & Grief After Abortion | talkspace.com
pregnancy complications & diagnosis support
- 321 Pregnancy Care - for pregnant women who are facing a potential or confirmed diagnosis for T21 | facebook.com/321pregnancycare
- 21 Gifts - rewriting the narrative surrounding a diagnosis | twentyonegifts.com
- Miracle Babies Foundation - Australia’s only comprehensive support program - from a threatened pregnancy to time spent in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) or Special Care Nursery (SCN) - to home and beyond | miraclebabies.org.au
- Mercy Perinatal - counselling and pregnancy care, obstetric imaging, fetal monitoring, and prenatal procedures for high-risk pregnancies | mercyperinatal.com
Birth Support / advocacy
- Maternity Choices Australia - best practice maternity care to support the maternal mental health and well-being of all Australian women and their families | maternitychoices.org.au
- Melanie the Midwife - The Great Birth Rebellion Podcast seeks to communicate current evidence on pregnancy, birth and postpartum topics to help you make informed decisions about your maternity care | melaniethemidwife.com
- Wonderfully Woven Doula Services - Jayde is a partner, mother and huge advocate for women being seen and heard, especially during their most vulnerable transitions in life | wonderfullywoven.com.au
Adoption information & Support
- Pregnancy Help Australia - support to pursue adoption | pregnancyhelpaustralia.org.au
- Consider adoption for my child in Victoria | www.vic.gov.au/consider-adoption-my-child#options-counselling-services
- Adoption Programs - Anglicare Victoria | www.anglicarevic.org.au/our-services/foster-care/adoption-programs-at-anglicare-victoria
mental health support
- PANDA – Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia - supports the mental health of parents and families during pregnancy and in their first year of parenthood | PANDA Helpline 1300 726 306 - Monday to Friday, 9am to 7.30pm | panda.org.au
- Lifeline - providing 24-hour crisis counselling, support groups and suicide prevention services | Call 13 11 14 or Text 0477 13 11 14 | lifeline.org.au
- Head to Health (Mildura) - connecting you to FREE local mental health services in Mildura | Call 1800 595 212 - Monday to Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm | healthdirect.gov.au
- MensLine Australia - a professional telephone and online counselling service offering support to Australian men |
Call 1300 78 99 78 - 24 hours/7 days week | mensline.org.au
parenting support (including newborn - older children)
- Parentline - a statewide telephone counselling and support service for all Victorian parents and carers of children from 0-18 years | Call 13 22 89 - 8 am to 12 midnight, 7 days a week | services.dffh.vic.gov.au/parentline
- Maternal and Child Health Line - for families with children from birth to school age - speak to an MCH nurse for advice and support | Call 13 22 29 - 24 hours, 7 days a week | health.vic.gov.au
- Triple P Online (Baby) - a FREE course to help you nurture your baby’s development and a build a close relationship right from the start | triplep-parenting.net.au
- Triple P Online (all ages) - FREE supporting you to nurture your child’s development, grow closer and solve problems | triplep-parenting.net.au