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Women’s and Children’s Hospital
Acknowledgement
The Women's and Children's Hospital is located on the traditional lands for the Kaurna people, and we respect their spiritual relationship with their Country. We also acknowledge that the Kaurna people are the custodians of the Adelaide region, and that their cultural and heritage beliefs are still as important to the living Kaurna people today.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people should be aware that this website may contain images, voices and names of people who have passed away.

COVID-19 and Pregnancy

Having your baby at the WCH

Rest assured that you and your baby will continue to receive the best of care throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.

We have plans in place to deal with any level of COVID-19 in the community, and we follow strict infection control procedures across all our sites.

If you contract COVID-19 during your pregnancy, your care team will be able to assist you with the best way to look after you and your baby.

Most pregnant people will be able to continue to receive care at the Women's and Children's Hospital, however some may need extra support from our colleagues at the Flinders Medical Centre (FMC).

For more information see Frequently Asked Questions for Maternity Patients

To inquire about having your baby at the WCH, call the Pregnancy SA Infoline on 1300 368 820, or visit this page of our website:

Maternity visitor guidelines
  • Visitors should not enter the Women’s and Children’s Hospital if they are at all unwell.
  • Masks are mandatory for all visitors. A surgical mask will be available on arrival. Cloth masks are not permitted.
  • There are currently no vaccination requirements for visitors.
  • Visitor limits for delivery and maternity wards – two people (2) will be able to attend with a woman in labour for the duration of her time in the delivery suite. Two people (2) can visit a woman in an inpatient ward at any one time.
  • Visitor limits for outpatients and Women’s Assessment Service – a maximum of one individual per person only may accompany a patient.

COVID-19 Vaccinations before, during and after pregnancy

Vaccination is the best way to reduce your risk of becoming seriously unwell with COVID-19.

Research from around the world has shown the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is safe and effective for pregnant people, people planning a family, and people who are breastfeeding.

For more information, including how to book your vaccination appointment, visit www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/covidvaccineandpregnancy.

WATCH: Professor Helen Marshall and Dr Celia Cooper discuss the benefits of COVID-19 vaccinations before, during and after pregnancy.

Transcript - COVID-19 and Pregnancy - Professor Helen Marshall and Dr Celia Cooper

Frequently asked questions

Am I allowed a support person during labour?

Yes. From 28/4/22, women in labour can have two (2) dedicated support people with them during their birth. This is for the duration of their stay in the delivery suite.

There are currently no vaccination requirements for birthing women or those visiting. Please follow the directions of your care team.

Can children visit their new sibling?

Up to two visitors are allowed in the ward at any one time, this includes children. Ie. 1 adult and 1 child = 2 visitors.

I am a private patient – can I have my baby at the WCH?

Yes. You can find more information about having your baby at the WCH on this page of our website.

To book into your nearest public hospital, call the Pregnancy SA Infoline on 1300 368 820, or speak with your treating obstetrician.