My Health, My Language – Multilingual information page
Find information about the public healthcare system and common health topics in your language.
The below videos are available in the following languages ( Arabic, Czech, French, Georgian, Irish, Lithuanian, Romanian, Russian, Standard Chinese, Slovak, Somali, Spanish, Ukrainian, Polish, Portuguese and Urdu) and can be access on the following
Contraception
Learn about types of contraception available in Ireland . You can get contraception through a GP or family planning clinic. You can also get emergency contraception in a pharmacy without a prescription.
Pregnancy services
You can get pregnancy care for free in Ireland. Learn about the care you can get throughout your pregnancy and after the birth.
COVID-19 and pregnancy
Learn about COVID-19 and pregnancy , including the following:
- risks to you and your baby if you get COVID-19 during pregnancy
- getting a COVID-19 vaccine in pregnancy
- COVID-19 vaccine safety
Early pregnancy
Learn about the care you can get early in your pregnancy , including the following:
- where to get pregnancy care
- unplanned pregnancy options
- looking after your health in early pregnancy
Late pregnancy and preparing for birth
Learn about the care you can get late in your pregnancy , including the following:
- staying healthy in late pregnancy
- regular pregnancy checks
- when to get urgent help
- signs you are going into labour
Looking after your newborn baby
Learn about caring for a newborn baby , including the following:
- information on feeding and bathing
- why babies cry and what you can do to soothe them
- baby sleep patterns and tips for safe sleeping
- routine health checks
Breastfeeding
Learn about the benefits of breastfeeding for you and your baby , and how to start breastfeeding.
Mother’s health after birth