Sex and Facts
Website covering many sexual health issues available in 11 languages
German & 10 other languages 
Pregnancy and childbirth
Future parents have many questions about pregnancy and childbirth. Information about what happens before and after the birth and labour law issues are therefore very useful.
Family planning
Topics such as contraception, sexual health and the desire for children are very personal. Information that also meets the needs of underprivileged target groups is particularly important in this sensitive area.
Relevant links
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You are about to become parents
- You will be able to give your child a healthier start in life. - The risk of miscarriage and premature birth will be lower. - The likelihood of a low birth weight will decrease. - The risk of sudden infant death syndrome will be lower.
German & 11 other languages
Pregnancy and childbirth
The emphasis is on mother and child health and issues of family life for new parents.
Expectant mothers do not need to pay for their own prenatal examinations. The basic health insurance also covers the cost of childbirth. Free advisory services are available for the parents before and after their child is born.
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Birth: the start of a relationship for life
Information for parents about the antenatal period, birth and the first few weeks afterwards
German & 10 other languages
Breastfeeding
Breast milk is the best food for babies. But breastfeeding doesn't always work straight away. This can unsettle young mothers and fathers. Easy-to-understand information and advice help them overcome difficulties.
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Breastfeeding - a healthy start to life
The booklet answers the most important questions about breastfeeding. - breastfeeding preparation in pregnancy - breastfeeding in the first hours and days after birth - recommendations for breastfeeding frequency and duration of breastfeeding - breastfeedi…
German & 11 other languages
Breast is best (Short version)
Key sequences from the award-winning instructional film on breastfeeding "Breast is best" were selected by the scientific advisory council of Breast Feeding Promotion Switzerland: benefits for mother and child, bonding, correct positioning, breastfeeding p…
German & 13 other languages
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