Antenatal care is the care and help you receive from health professionals during the course of your pregnancy. It is important you take good care of your own health and that of your unborn baby during pregnancy.
As soon as you find out you are pregnant, you should get in touch with us to find out more information on the services and support that are available to you.
For more information, please visit the following websites.
External Sites:
Download the NHS Pregnancy Tracker for your Desktop, find out more here. - NHS Choices
The Pregnancy Care Planner - NHS Choices
Antenatal Care - Lifestyle Advice - NHS Choices
Videos from NHS Choices:
Antenatal screening helps you manage your pregnancy better and lets you know how your baby is progressing. Two mums talk about what screening involves.
Postnatal care extends for between 6-8 weeks after the birth of your baby. During this period, routine checks are carried out by the health visitor and you and your baby's recovery is monitored.
During your postnatal care you will find out about feeding, potty training, illnesses, safety and more. You will be able to ask your health visitor questions and request advice.
External Sites:
Choosing where to access care after birth - NHS Choices
Birth to 5 years old guide - NHS Choices
Breastfeeding Guide - NHS Choices
Information and support - Net Mums
Support for new mum's - NCT
Videos from NHS Choices
Busy mums talk about how they fit exercise into life with a new born baby and experts explain what's safe and what's not after you've given birth.