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ANTENATAL CARE TOOWOOMBA

Care Throughout Your Pregnancy

ANTENATAL CARE

Once your pregnancy is confirmed, consider arranging an appointment with your GP to discuss your pregnancy and plan your antenatal care.

Antenatal appointments provide an opportunity to monitor your health and your baby’s development throughout pregnancy. Regular appointments may help identify potential concerns earlier and allow appropriate care, monitoring or referral to be arranged.

You can also ask questions about pregnancy, physical and emotional changes, screening options, preparing for birth and caring for yourself and your baby after birth.

Book an appointment with a GP practising at Westridge Medical to discuss your antenatal care.

ANTENATAL APPOINTMENTS

The care provided during antenatal appointments depends on your stage of pregnancy, medical history, individual circumstances and agreed care plan. Appointments may include:

  • estimating your baby’s due date and discussing the stages of pregnancy
  • reviewing your general health, medical history and any previous pregnancies
  • reviewing medicines, vitamins and supplements you are taking
  • discussing whether cervical screening is due or appropriate
  • discussing your mental health and arranging additional support where needed
  • checking your blood pressure, weight or urine where clinically appropriate
  • arranging relevant blood tests, screening and referrals
  • providing information about nutrition, physical activity and lifestyle during pregnancy
  • monitoring your baby’s growth and development
  • discussing physical symptoms or concerns
  • discussing your home, work environment and available support
  • providing a private opportunity to discuss family or domestic violence concerns
  • discussing birth preferences, preparation for birth and antenatal education
  • providing information about feeding and caring for your baby after birth


Your GP or maternity care provider will explain which appointments, examinations, tests and referrals are recommended for your individual pregnancy.

NUMBER OF APPOINTMENTS

The number and timing of antenatal appointments varies according to your health, stage of pregnancy, previous pregnancies, individual risk factors and model of maternity care.

Your GP, midwife or maternity care provider will discuss an appropriate appointment schedule with you. Additional appointments, tests or specialist referrals may be recommended if concerns arise during pregnancy.

BRINGING A SUPPORT PERSON

You are welcome to bring your partner, a family member, friend or another support person to an antenatal appointment. You may find this helpful when discussing birth preferences and preparing for support during pregnancy and birth.

You can ask to speak with your doctor privately at any time.