What to bring

Each time you visit us

• Your child’s Medicare card
• Private health insurance card (if you want to use it)
• Health Care Card and/or concession card (if you have one)
• Current medications your child is taking (prescription, over the counter and herbal medicine)
• Relevant x-rays, scans or any other test results or reports
• Glasses, hearing and mobility aids

For an outpatient or clinic appointment

• Your child’s appointment letter
• Any special items listed on your child’s letter
• Any documents from school or previous GP or specialist appointments
• Your baby’s Red Book (Personal Child Health Record)
• Snacks, a drink or money to buy refreshments
• Something to read or do while you wait

Staying overnight or longer

• Your child’s pyjamas, socks or comfortable day clothes and shoes
• Toiletries (nappies, toothpaste, toothbrush)
• A comfort item like a toy or blanket
• Books or favourite activity
• Your clothes and toiletries if you are staying overnight with your child
• Appropriate footwear
• Something to read or do during your stay
• Medical devices required for your child’s care
• Do not bring large amounts of cash or valuables such as jewellery, watches or other items of value to you