Pre-natal

Pre-natal Scans : CVS

Pre-natal Scans : CVS

What is Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS)? Chorionic villus sampling (CVS) is a prenatal test that checks your baby for genetic abnormalities. It is commonly performed between..

Pre-natal Scans : CVS

What is Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS)? Chorionic villus sampling (CVS) is a prenatal test that checks your baby for genetic abnormalities. It is commonly performed between..

Ultrasounds : Types of Scans

Ultrasounds : Types of Scans

Types of scans Early scan The first trimester scan you should be offered is..

Ultrasounds : Types of Scans

Types of scans Early scan The first trimester scan you should be offered is..

Prenatal Scan - Amniocentesis

Prenatal Scan - Amniocentesis

What is amniocentesis? Amniocentesis is a specialized prenatal test in which a small amount of amniotic fluid is removed from the sac surrounding the fetus for testing. The sample of...

Prenatal Scan - Amniocentesis

What is amniocentesis? Amniocentesis is a specialized prenatal test in which a small amount of amniotic fluid is removed from the sac surrounding the fetus for testing. The sample of...

Nuchal translucency (NT) scan

Nuchal translucency (NT) scan

Nuchal translucency (NT) is a collection of fluid under the skin at the back of your baby's neck. The amount of fluid is measured during an NT ultrasound scan: between...

Nuchal translucency (NT) scan

Nuchal translucency (NT) is a collection of fluid under the skin at the back of your baby's neck. The amount of fluid is measured during an NT ultrasound scan: between...

Antenatal Care : First Visit

Antenatal Care : First Visit

Your first visit The first antenatal visit is designed to confirm your pregnancy and to determine your general health. In addition, the visit will give your healthcare provider clues to...

Antenatal Care : First Visit

Your first visit The first antenatal visit is designed to confirm your pregnancy and to determine your general health. In addition, the visit will give your healthcare provider clues to...

Antenatal Care : Second Visit

Antenatal Care : Second Visit

Your second visit - the booking appointment Your next appointment should occur when you are between 8 and 12 weeks pregnant. This is called the booking appointment. This will last...

Antenatal Care : Second Visit

Your second visit - the booking appointment Your next appointment should occur when you are between 8 and 12 weeks pregnant. This is called the booking appointment. This will last...

Antenatal Care : Overview

Antenatal Care : Overview

So you’re pregnant, now what? When you first learn that you're pregnant, get in touch with a midwife or GP as soon as possible so that you can commence your...

Antenatal Care : Overview

So you’re pregnant, now what? When you first learn that you're pregnant, get in touch with a midwife or GP as soon as possible so that you can commence your...

Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT)

Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT)

What is a glucose tolerance test? A glucose tolerance blood test (GTT) aims to detect diabetes caused by pregnancy, known as gestational diabetes. About 2.6% of all pregnant women have...

Glucose Tolerance Test (GTT)

What is a glucose tolerance test? A glucose tolerance blood test (GTT) aims to detect diabetes caused by pregnancy, known as gestational diabetes. About 2.6% of all pregnant women have...

Ultrasound : Overview

Ultrasound : Overview

What is an ultrasound scan? An ultrasound scan sends high-frequency sound waves through your uterus (womb). These sound waves bounce off your baby and the echoes are turned into an...

Ultrasound : Overview

What is an ultrasound scan? An ultrasound scan sends high-frequency sound waves through your uterus (womb). These sound waves bounce off your baby and the echoes are turned into an...

Antenatal Care : Appointments from 24 Weeks

Antenatal Care : Appointments from 24 Weeks

Your appointment From around 24 weeks, your antenatal appointments will usually become more frequent. However, if your pregnancy is uncomplicated and you are in good health, you may not be...

Antenatal Care : Appointments from 24 Weeks

Your appointment From around 24 weeks, your antenatal appointments will usually become more frequent. However, if your pregnancy is uncomplicated and you are in good health, you may not be...