Maternal & child health services
Welcoming a newborn is a special moment. We provide personalised, high-quality maternal healthcare to give pregnant women and their babies the very best start in their lives together. We believe in fostering an environment of respectful and compassionate care, so that your journey into parenthood is filled with unwavering support and positivity.
Antenatal care
From the early weeks of pregnancy, our maternity services team will help keep you and your baby well and healthy.
You will have frequent check-ups, screenings and exams at one of our health facilities.
You’ll also be given advice on how to look after yourself, information on what to expect at each stage of pregnancy and support preparing for a positive birth. We will prescribe vitamins and minerals, and any medication you might need to keep you both well.
At your first appointment, we’ll take your full medical history, and test and treat any infections or conditions, such as .
After this, your care will be tailored to you and your baby’s needs but each of your appointments will include:
- an ultrasound so we can see your baby is doing well
- a check of your baby’s heartbeat
- a check of your physical and mental health
- continued testing for any infections or conditions
- advice on looking out for signs of complications at each stage of pregnancy
During the final weeks of your pregnancy, we will discuss your hopes for your birth and help you create a birth plan, including your preferences about pain relief and who you want as your birth partner.
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Call us if you have questions about our maternity services
Please reach out if you have questions. Call us toll-free on 1143.