Antenatal Clinic
Provision of antenatal care to women considered to be low risk during pregnancy occurs through midwifery clinics at The Sutherland Hospital. Midwifery based clinics operate between Monday and Friday, with times varying depending on the day.
There are midwifery antenatal clinics specifically designed to meet the needs of young expectant mothers, as well as Centering groups. Centering groups allow women, and their partners, of similar gestations to participate in group sessions for education and discussion lead by a midwife.
The Sutherland Hospital Antenatal Clinic strives to provide women with continuity during their pregnancy, by allocating her to a specific midwife for each visit. Any woman who develops a risk during pregnancy is referred to an obstetric medical officer clinic. These risks may include the development of diabetes in pregnancy, or a low lying placenta.
If further complications arise during the pregnancy, referral to St George Hospital is available through the existing Maternity Services Network.
Models of Care
The Sutherland Hospital offers a variety of models of care for your pregnancy, birth and postnatal follow up. Please click on the link to read about these services before completing booking
https://www.seslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/sutherland-hospital/services-clinics/directory/pregnancy-and-parenting-information/pregnancy-information/pregnancy-care-at-sutherland-hospital
Antenatal Preparation for Parenthood Classes
Antenatal Preparation for Parenthood classes, as well as lactation and breastfeeding classes are also available through the Antenatal Clinic. https://www.seslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/sutherland-hospital/services-clinics/directory/childbirth-and-parenting-sessions
Antenatal Booking Information – The Sutherland Hospital
The Sutherland Hospital is transitioning away from self-referrals and paper-based referrals. All referrals are now required to be provided by a GP, with electronic referral submission via GP practice software or the MyHealthLink Portal as the preferred method for submitting and managing referrals.
Effective from Wednesday, 22 April 2026, all Antenatal referrals must be submitted electronically.
More information about Electronic Referrals in SESLHD, including links to guides for submitting eReferrals:
Electronic Referrals | South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (nsw.gov.au).
Who do I contact for technical support?
If you have any further questions, please contact HealthLink support:
Phone: 1800 125 036
Email: helpdesk@healthlink.net
Website: https://www.healthlink.com.au/contact/#support
Booking Pregnancy Care (Prior to 22 April 2026)
Until this transition is complete, please follow the steps below to book into pregnancy care.
How to Book
Please contact the Antenatal Clinic by:
Phone: 02 9540 7240 or 02 9540 8554
Email: SESLHD-TSH-Antenatalbookings@health.nsw.gov.au
When emailing, please include:
• Name and Surname
• Contact Number
The booking office is open Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm, and is not monitored on weekends.
Your First Appointment
Your first antenatal appointment will usually occur when you are 12–14 weeks pregnant. Please bring all blood test results and ultrasound reports with you.
We will make every effort to confirm your appointment within 7 days of receiving your email.