The Jaghu Maternal and Infant Program is making it easier for families to stay healthy and well in pregnancy, and beyond.
The program has expanded to include a new vaccine service, making Jaghu a one-stop-shop for First Nations mums needing pregnancy care.
It also offers free vaccines for babies and children up to five years of age.
West Moreton Health’s Jaghu program is delivered on Jagera, Yuggera and Ugarapul country in Ipswich, Queensland.
Jaghu Clinical Midwife Consultant Nicole Moller said they offer free RSV, whooping cough and influenza vaccines to pregnant mums.
“Staying up to date with vaccines protects us from preventable illness and helps keep the whole family healthy and well,’ Ms Moller said.
“We’re making it easier for parents to protect themselves, and their children.
"If mum comes for postnatal care with both her baby and toddler, we can sort vaccines for the whole family. It means they don't have to make an extra trip to the GP or pharmacy.
“It’s just about helping our beautiful families to stay healthy without the hassle.”
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Unit Acting Director Maurice Woodley said the service was unique.
“Jaghu offers First Nations mums, bubs and their families extra health care and support in a way that works best for them," Mr Woodley said.
"We set up Jaghu to offer community-based, family-centred care for First Nations communities in a culturally safe way."
More information about Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
The RSV vaccine protects against Respiratory Syncytial Virus, a serious virus that affects lungs and airways.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander babies and young children are among the groups who are most at risk of serious illness.
The RSV vaccine is now available free to all pregnant people in Queensland and babies under eight months old.