Parenthood

Your HIV status doesn't mean that you can't think about starting a family.

With good medical care, HIV positive women can give birth to children without passing on HIV.

Women usually become pregnant after unprotected sex but this is not always the best way when one or both of you have HIV.

Some methods of contraception are less effective if you are taking anti-HIV drugs.

Many women with HIV have given birth to HIV-negative children, by taking a number of precautions.

Your healthcare team will play a key role in helping you stay well while you are pregnant.

Good antenatal care is an essential part of reducing the risk of your baby being born with HIV.

Overwhelming life changes brought about by a new baby can be particularly complex for women with HIV.

If you find yourself pregnant but do not feel able to have a child, you may find this information useful.