Before your baby is born
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How to arrange a home birth in Ireland. -
Fertility treatments can help improve your chances of becoming pregnant. What treatments are available and what is donor-assisted human reproduction. -
This page describes the options available for antenatal care in Ireland. -
An outline of maternity care services available in Ireland, -
During pregnancy, mother and baby's health is monitored at antenatal appointments. What happens at these appointments and what should you expect? -
Antenatal classes can help you to prepare for the birth of your baby. Find out more. -
Becoming a parent is a major life event. Find out where you can get information on the supports and services available.
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The public health service provides free maternity services for all expectant mothers for the period of the pregnancy and for 6 weeks after the birth.This document is in: Reproductive health -
Maternity Benefit is a payment by the Department of Social Protection to women on maternity leave from work. Find out more about Maternity Benefit and how to apply.This document is in: Families and children -
All pregnant employees are entitled to maternity leave from work immediately before and after the birth of their child.This document is in: Leave and holidays -
A summary of Health and Safety Benefit for pregnant or breastfeeding women.This document is in: Families and children -
Employers' responsibilities to employees regarding health and safety measures in the workplace.This document is in: Health and safety