All there is to know about antenatal clinics
Are you a mother to be or planning to be one? Congratulations! How about we give you a glimpse into antenatal clinics which are a very crucial in ensuring the health and wellbeing of expectant mothers and their unborn babies.
What is antenatal care?
Antenatal care also known as prenatal care is a crucial aspect of healthcare that focuses on the health of pregnant women and their unborn children. The primary goal of antenatal care is to monitor the health of both mother and baby throughout the pregnancy.
Antenatal care at our facility
At our antenatal clinics, we pride ourselves on offering a wide range of services to cater to the diverse needs of pregnant women.
Some of the key services we provide are regular check-ups with experienced obstetricians and gynecologists.
These professionals monitor the progress of pregnancy by conducting ultrasound and the necessary tests. In addition to medical care medical care, our antenatal clinics offer various educational programs.
We organize informative sessions on topics such as nutrition during pregnancy and exercise routines suitable for expectant mothers, breast feeding techniques and newborn care.
Our antenatal clinics stand out because we offer comprehensive services tailored to meet the unique needs of pregnant women. From medical check-ups, to educational programs an d emotional support systems, we ensure that every woman receives the best possible care throughout her pregnancy journey.
What to expect
- 10 visits for first time mothers and 7 visits for non-beginners.
- 2 pregnancy ultrasound scans at 8-14 weeks and 18-21 weeks.
- Antenatal screens for the baby to investigate the chance of other conditions.
- Blood tests to check for hepatitis b, hiv/aids and syphilis
- Screening for sick cell.
- Educational programs
Questions to expect while beginning antenatal visits
- The first and the last day of your monthly periods.
- Any previous operations.
- Any previous pregnancies and miscarriages.
- Your health.
- Weather your family has a history of twins
- The ethnic origins of you and your partner.
Antenatal appointments after 24 weeks
When you reach the 24th week of your pregnancy, your antenatal appointments will become more frequent and shorter.
Your doctor will:
- Check your urine and blood pressure.
- Check the baby’s position in the womb.
- Measure the baby’s growth by measuring the size of the womb.
- Listen to the baby’s heartbeat.
Pregnancy and childcare needs some careful planning. But do not worry! Our highly skilled professionals will support you from early pregnancy through to a safe and positive birth.