Choices in antenatal care Outlining the choices in antenatal care in Ireland,
combined, private, semi-private and public.
Maternity and Infant Care Services Public health service in Ireland provides free maternity services for all expectant mothers for the period of the pregnancy and for 6 weeks after the birth.
Flexible maternity services An outline of maternity hospitals in Ireland offering more
flexible maternity services.
Home birth How to arrange a home birth in Ireland.
Antenatal visits During pregnancy in Ireland, the mother and baby's health
is monitored through antenatal appointments. Description of the booking visit
and subsequent visits.
Antenatal classes Antenatal classes in Ireland are provided by your hospital and help parents prepare for the birth of your baby. Find out more.
Maternity Benefit 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.
Maternity leave All female employees in Ireland are entitled to maternity leave from work immediately before and after the birth of their child. Find out more.