Prenatal guides and resources
Our information guides and fact sheets can help to support expectant parents and inform the process of prenatal testing. All of our guides are available in the Resource Hub.
Resource Pack for new parents
We have a range of resources for new parents to provide you and your family with supportive, accurate and up to date information and answer some of the questions that you may have.
Download a pack of resources and documents here.
You can also download local resources and find out about support from your state association.
Expectant Parent Guide
Our Guide for Expectant Parents provides balanced information about Down syndrome to expectant parents. This resource is also available in other languages.
Prenatal testing for Down syndrome fact sheet
The Prenatal testing fact sheet contains easy-to-understand, factual and balanced information for people considering prenatal testing or if a test shows that a baby may have or does have Down syndrome.
Position statement on prenatal screening
A large part of our work involves advocating for families and for our community. Our federation works together to develop policy positions advocating on important issues to the federal government and national organisations. The position statement represents Down Syndrome Australia’s position on prenatal testing for Down syndrome.
Resource Hub
You can find the full range of these and other Prenatal resources in our Resource Hub.
Get in touch with your Down syndrome association
Our associations provide balanced information about Down syndrome, answer any questions, and can connect families with other parents of a child with Down syndrome.
Call our 1300 number 1300 881 935 to connect with your local state or territory Down syndrome association.
