Australia's mothers and babies 2009
In 2009, 294,540 women gave birth to 299,220 babies in Australia. The increase in births continued, with 2,295 more births (0.8%) than reported in 2008. The average age of women who gave birth in Australia has increased gradually in recent years, from 29.0 years in 2000 to 30.0 years in 2009.
Neural tube defects in Australia: prevalence before mandatory folic acid fortification
This report describes the prevalence and trends of neural tube defects (NTD) in Australia during the past decade. The best estimated prevalence of NTD among pregnancies is presented based on the information from states that collect near complete data on NTD. Characteristics and outcomes of the births and pregnancy characteristics of mothers are presented for the period 199-2008. The purpose of compiling this national report is to provide baseline prevalence of NTD, before implementation of mandatory folic acid fortification of bread flour in September 2009.
Assisted reproductive technology in Australia and New Zealand 2009
In 2009, there were 70,541 assisted reproductive technology (ART) treatment cycles undertaken in Australian and New Zealand. Of these cycles, 17.2% resulted in a live delivery (the birth of at least one liveborn baby). In total, 13,114 liveborn babies were born following ART treatment in 2009. The most important trend in ART treatment has been the increase of single embryo transfer, from 48.3% in 2005 to 69.7% in 2009. This trend has resulted in significant reduction of multiple delivery rate from 14.1% in 2005 to 8.2% in 2009.
Maternity data in Australia: a review of sources and gaps
This bulletin presents the results of a review of the depth and breadth of maternal data capture in Australia. Gaps in national data were identified, as well as opportunities for future improvements, A key output of the review is the Maternity Information Matrix, an electronic inventory of maternity data collections and data items.
National breastfeeding indicators: workshop report
This report presents the outcomes of a consensus workshop held on 8 December 2010 in Canberra, regarding core national breastfeeding indicators to support the monitoring of the Australian National Breastfeeding Strategy 2010-2015 and related policies and programs.
Diabetes in pregnancy: its impact on Australian women and their babies
Diabetes is known to adversely affect women and their babies during pregnancy, labour and delivery. These adverse effects differ by type of diabetes and between population groups. This report is the first to explore these differences among Australian mothers and their babies at a national level, showing that: diabetes affects about 1 in 20 pregnancies; mothers with pre-existing Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, and their babies, are at highest risk of adverse effects; mothers with gestational diabetes mellitus, and their babies, are also at increased risk; Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mothers and their babies are more likely to experience adverse effects than non-Indigenous mothers and their babies. This report is a useful resource for policymakers, researchers, clinicians and others interested in the effect of diabetes on the health of Australian mothers and their babies.
Australia's mothers and babies 2008
In 2008, 292,156 women gave birth to 296,925 babies in Australia. The increase in births continued, with 2,720 more births (0.9%) than reported in 2007. This is the second year that the rate of caesarean section has not significantly increased with a 0.2% rise from 30.9% in 2007 to 31.1% in 2008.
Assisted reproductive technology in Australia and New Zealand 2008
In 2008, there were 61,929 assisted reproductive technology (ART) treatment cycles undertaken in Australia and New Zealand. Of these cycles, 17.2% resulted in a live delivery (the birth of at least one liveborn baby). In total, 11,528 liveborn babies were born following ART treatment undertaken in 2008. The most important trend in ART treatment has been the increase of single embryo transfer, from 40.5% in 2004 to 67.8% in 2008. This trend has resulted in significant reduction of multiple delivery rate, from 16.4% in 2004 to 8.4% in 2008.
Australia's mothers and babies 2007
Australia's mothers and babies 2007 is the 17th report providing information on births in Australia from perinatal data collections for each state and territory. The report presents demographic, pregnancy and childbirth factors of women who gave birth in 2007 and the characteristics and outcomes of their babies.
Assisted reproductive technology in Australia and New Zealand 2007
In 2007, there were 56,817 assisted reproductive technology (ART) treatment cycles undertaken in Australian and New Zealand. Of these cycles, 17.4% resulted in a live delivery (the birth of at least one liveborn baby). In total, 10,856 liveborn babies were born following ART treatment undertaken in 2007. The most important recent trend in ART treatment has been the reduction in the rate of twins and triplets births, with the multiple delivery rate falling from 18.7% in 2003 to 10.0% in 2007. This trend has been associated with an increase in the proportion of ART treatment cycles using single embryo transfer, from 32.0% in 2003 to 63.7% in 2007.
Australia's mothers and babies 2006
Australia's mothers and babies 2006 is the sixteenth report providing information on births in Australia from perinatal data collections for each state and territory. The report presents demographic, pregnancy and childbirth factors of women who gave birth in 2006 and the characteristics and outcomes of their babies. The report is produced by the AIHW National Perinatal Statistics Unit based at the University of New South Wales and can be used by researchers, academics, students, policy makers and health service planners, and those providing services in reproductive health.
Gestational diabetes mellitus in Australia, 2005-06
This is the first national report on the incidence of gestational diabetes mellitus among Australian women. The report uses data from the National Diabetes Services Scheme and the National Hospital Morbidity Database to determine the number of cases of GDM among Australian women of child-bearing age. Trends in the incidence of the condition over time, changes in insulin treatment status and differences by high-risk groups-including women aged over 30 years, women who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and women born overseas-are also included in the report.
Neural tube defects in Australia
This report describes the prevalence and trends of neural tube defects (NTD) in Australia during the past decade. An estimated prevalence of NTD among pregnancies is presented based on the information from states that collect near complete data on NTD. Characteristics and outcomes of the births and pregnancy characteristics of the mothers are presented for the period 1998-2005. The purpose of compiling this national report is to provide baseline prevalence of NTD, prior to the implementation of mandatory folic acid fortification of bread flour in September 2009. This report is produced by the AIHW National Perinatal Statistics unit and will be of interest to staff of state and territory birth defect registers and perinatal data collections, health professionals, health and welfare planners, policy makers, researchers, students and consumers.
Perinatal National Minimum Data Set compliance evaluation 2001 to 2005
This report presents a comprehensive review of the extent to which data for 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2005 for the Perinatal National Minimum Data Set (NMDS) were collected and/or provided by states and territories to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare National Perinatal Statistics Unit in accordance with the NMDS specifications as published in the National Health Data Dictionary. This report provides information that can be used to improve data reporting and to develop and refine the NMDS specifications.
Assisted reproduction technology in Australia and New Zealand 2006
The report presents data on success rates based on live deliveries and how they vary by treatment type, women's age and number of embryos transferred. Also included is information on birth outcomes such as multiple birth, gestational age, birthweight and perinatal mortality.
Congenital anomalies in Australia 2002-2003
Congenital anomalies in Australia 2002-2003 is the third report in a new revised series on congenital anomalies. This report provides national information on selected congenital anomalies from 2002-2003. Information on induced abortions with congenital anomalies is also presented for some jurisdictions.This report is produced by the AIHW National Perinatal Statistics unit and will be of interest to staff of state and territory birth defect registers and perinatal data collections, health professionals, health and welfare planners, policy makers, researchers, students and consumers.
Maternal deaths in Australia 2003-2005
Maternal deaths in Australia 2003-2005 is the fourteenth report on why women die during pregnancy and childbirth. The report is an observational study of maternal deaths in Australia. This report is produced by the AIHW National Perinatal Statistics Unit based at the University of New South Wales and funded by the Australian Commission for Quality and Safety in Healthcare. It will be particularly useful for researchers, policy makers, health service planners and those providing services in reproductive health.
Australia's mothers and babies 2005
Australia's mothers and babies 2005 is the fifteenth report providing information on births in Australia from perinatal data collections for each state and territory. The report presents demographic, pregnancy and childbirth factors of women who gave birth in 2005 and the characteristics and outcomes of their babies. This edition includes a chapter on socioeconomic status of mothers. The report is produced by the AIHW National Perinatal Statistics Unit based at the University of New South Wales and can be used by researchers, academics, students, policy makers and health service planners, and those providing services in reproductive health.
Assisted reproduction technology in Australia and New Zealand 2005
This report presents data on success rates based on live delivery and how they vary by treatment type, women's age and number of embryos transferred. Also included is information on birth outcomes such as multiple birth, gestational age, birthweight, and perinatal mortality.
Congenital anomalies in Australia 1998-2001
Congenital anomalies in Australia 1998-2001 is the second report in a new revised series on congenital anomalies. This report provides national information on selected congenital anomalies from 1998-2001. Information on induced abortions with congenital anomalies is also presented for some jurisdictions. This report is produced by the AIHW National Perinatal Statistics unit and will be of interest to staff of state and territory Birth Defect Registers and Perinatal data collections, health professionals, health and welfare planners, policy makers, researchers, students, and consumers.
Australia's mothers and babies 2004
'Australia's mothers and babies 2004' is the fourteenth report providing information on births in Australia from perinatal data collections for each state and territory. The report presents demographic, pregnancy and childbirth factors of women who gave birth in 2004 and the characteristics and outcomes of their babies. This edition includes a chapter on first-time mothers and their babies. The report is produced by the AIHW National Perinatal Statistics Unit based at the University of New South Wales, and can be used by researchers, academics, students, policy makers, health service planners, and those providing services in reproductive health.
Assisted reproduction technology in Australia and New Zealand 2004
'Assisted Reproduction Technology in Australia and New Zealand 2004' presents information on all assisted reproduction technology (ART) treatments that took place in 2004 and the resulting pregnancies and births. It is the third report using data from the Australian and New Zealand Assisted Reproduction Database implemented in 2002. The report includes information on ART treatment and on intra-uterine insemination using donated sperm. It presents specific data on success rates based on live births and how they vary by treatment type, cause of infertility, women's age and number of embryos transferred. Also included is information on birth outcomes such as multiple birth, gestational age, birthweight and perinatal mortality. The report, produced by the AIHW National Perinatal Statistics Unit based at the University of New South Wales, will be particularly useful to healthcare professionals, governments, academics and researchers with an interest in ART treatment and outcomes, and for people undergoing or considering treatment through ART.
Maternal deaths in Australia 2000-2002
'Maternal deaths in Australia 2000-02' is the thirteenth report on women who die during pregnancy and childbirth. Maternal deaths are rare, catastrophic events and require monitoring and investigation. The report is an observational study of maternal deaths based on information provided by the states and territories. It includes information about the women, pregnancy, clinical care and the deaths. Maternal deaths that occurred up to year after the end of the pregnancy are included. Illustrative case summaries highlight key clinical and public health issues that may be causally related to maternal deaths. The report is produced by the AIHW National Perinatal Statistics Unit based at the University of New South Wales and will be particularly useful to maternity service planners and providers, consumers of maternity services, academics, students and those conducting research in maternity care.
Smoking and pregnancy
Smoking during pregnancy is associated with poorer birth outcomes. This report is one of a series of initiatives commissioned by the National Advisory Group on Smoking and Pregnancy as part of an overall strategy to reduce smoking in pregnancy in Australia. It presents data on pregnancy and births according to the mother's smoking status during pregnancy for the period 2001 to 2003, using the National Perinatal Data Collection (NPDC). Data from the NPDC were available for this report from five states and territories: New South Wales, Western Australia, South Australia, the Australian Capital Territory and the Northern Territory, representing 53.5% of women who gave birth in Australia in 2003. Tasmania and Queensland began collecting smoking data in 2005, so data from these jurisdictions will be available for reporting in the future.
Assisted reproduction technology in Australia and New Zealand 2003
Assisted reproductive technology in Australia and New Zealand 2003 presents information on all assisted reproduction technology (ART) treatments that took place in 2003 and the resulting pregnancies and births. It is the second report using data from the Australian and New Zealand Assisted reproduction Database (ANZARD) implemented in 2002. The report includes information on ART treatment and presents specific data on pregnancy success rates and how they vary by treatment type, cause of infertility, and women's age. It also includes information on birth outcomes such as multiple birth, gestational age, birthweight and perinatal mortality.