Welcome to the Division of Maternity and Women's Health

The Illawarra and Shoalhaven Maternity and Women’s Health services want all new parents and their families to feel respected, supported and empowered during your care with us.

A range of pregnancy and after birth care options are offered at Wollongong, Shoalhaven and Milton Ulladulla Hospitals, including preparation for birth, parenting and breastfeeding groups. Midwives can also visit you at home after your birth if you leave hospital early from Helensburgh to Milton-Ulladulla regional areas.

Birthing services are offered at Wollongong and Shoalhaven (Nowra) Hospitals.

From pre-conception to taking your baby home, we provide high quality care to ensure the best outcomes for each family. 

Wollongong Hospital contact numbers

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Antenatal clinic to book your first appointment - Ph. 4253 4284

Antenatal clinic to change appointments - Ph. 4253 4256

Birthing Unit - Ph. 4222 5270

Neonatal Unit - Ph. 4253 4248

C2West - Maternity / Postnatal ward (after baby) - Ph. 4253 4201

Shoalhaven (Nowra) Hospital contact numbers

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Shoalhaven- I'm pregnant what do I do next?

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When you are pregnant we ask you to "book in" so that the hospital has some information on your health, cultural and pregnancy needs. This appointment takes around 90 minutes

Please fill out the below form with your details and send to ISLHD-SHG-MAPS@health.nsw.gov.au  and we will contact you to arrange an appointment with a midwife.

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If you need help with the form or have any questions please call 4429 2929

Our hours are 8.00am to 4.30pm - Ph. 4429 2929

Please tell us if you would like an interpreter to help you to understand medical language.

If you or your partner are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, your booking in can be done by a Midwife at Binji and Boori, an Aboriginal Health service who can provide Antenatal and Postnatal care.

          Binji and Boori - Ph - 4423 9900

When you "book in" with the Milton Ulladulla Midwives or Binji and Boori you will automatically be booked in at Shoalhaven Hospital as well.

Milton Ulladulla Hospital contact number

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Multicultural and Non-English speaking communities

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We have services to help you find your way.

See your GP (doctor) to confirm your pregnancy and they will be able to put you in touch with people to help you.

At the hospital, we have a variety of interpreters available in person or over the phone.

Some family members like to interpret for you, but if we say something you don't understand, it's best to have an interpreter to help. 

Please let reception staff know what language you speak at home.

Need an Interpreter? Professional interpreters are available if you need help to communicate with staff. Our staff can also ask for an interpreter. The service is free and confidential. We will book the interpreter for you.

You can also call the Translating and Interpreting Service on 131 450 if you need to speak to us before your appointment.

Illawarra Aboriginal Maternal Infant Health Service - Binji & Boori

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Binji & Boori is an Aboriginal specific service for families who are pregnant or have children aged 0- 5 years (or when your child starts school).

Click here to go to our Binji & Boori page

Breastfeeding, Labour and Birth Groups

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Antenatal education groups

Antenatal education groups - please click on this link for more information and videos

Wollongong Hospital - 4253 4256

Shoalhaven Hospital - 4429 2929

Milton Ulladulla Hospital - 4454 9116

 

Breastfeeding app

milky way

R.E.A.C.H out to us

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If you are worried about your care in hospital, REACH out for help.

Find out how.

We also encourage patients or carers to raise their concerns with us during times of handover between shifts.