What is Adoption?
Adoption is a process through which the legal rights and responsibilities for a child are transferred from the child’s parents to the adoptive parents. In New South Wales, adoptions are made legally binding by the Supreme Court. Adoption is permanent and lasts for all...
Teenager & Pregnant? Ask these Questions…
According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the number of teenagers (ages 13 – 19) giving birth has declined over the last decade. Over 50% of documented teenage pregnancies end with a termination…
Free Service for Couples Facing an Unplanned Pregnancy
Have you recently taken a pregnancy test or seen your GP to find out if you’re pregnant? If it’s turned out to be positive, you might be thinking, “What on earth will I do now?” This is a very normal reaction for a lot of couples facing an unplanned pregnancy…
Unexpected Pregnancy Advice from Newcastle GP
If you are facing an unplanned pregnancy, you may be feeling fearful, overwhelmed, and uncertain. Sometimes, those in your life have a vested interest in your decision. Friends have an opinion on what you should or shouldn’t do…
Unwanted Pregnancy?
Some women discover that they have an “unwanted pregnancy.” You may be in a situation where you feel overwhelmed and surprised that you ARE pregnant and your initial reaction is, “I don’t want a baby!” You Are Not Alone…