Pregnancy management and prenatal care

What is prenatal care?

Pregnancy is a wonderful, natural life experience, but it is important to receive the right care during your pregnancy, so that you and your baby stay healthy. Our midwives and obstetricians are highly trained professionals who will give you the best advice on maintaining a healthy pregnancy lifestyle. We will let you know what to expect and help you with any problems.

The doctors and midwives at Tartaczna 2 Medical Center work as a team to ensure that every aspect of your pregnancy goes smoothly. They have years of experience helping women enjoy a satisfying pregnancy.

Do I need prenatal care even though I feel fine?

Prenatal care is not just about pregnancy; it includes nutrition, exercise, relaxation, emotional support and a host of other factors that contribute to overall well-being. Regular weight and blood pressure checks, blood and urine tests and fetal monitoring ensure that all is well with you and your baby at every stage. This helps you to have peace of mind and the knowledge that you are giving your baby the best possible start in life.

Moreover, were conditions that you may be completely unaware of crop-up, we can catch these at the earliest stages. For example, unrecognized gestational diabetes can cause serious health problems, but it can be managed if noticed early enough. You probably wouldn't realize that there was a problem with this condition, because the symptoms are almost identical to some of the effects of pregnancy, such as weight gain and fatigue.

What happens during a visit?

Your first exam is to confirm your pregnancy, assess your general health, and determine your due date. You will have tests to check your cervix and vagina, you may undergo a cytology and an ultrasound to determine when your baby is due, as well as other tests.

Your gynecologist will also suggest any genetic screening tests you may need or want, as well as the implications of positive test results.

You will visit your doctor once a month for the first 28 weeks. At each visit, certain parameters are checked, including weight gain, blood pressure, abdominal measurement, urine and the baby's heartbeat. Other tests can be performed if necessary.

Starting at 34 weeks gestation, you will have a prenatal check every two weeks, and then every week until your baby is born.

Choosing an experienced and dedicated team, like the staff at Tartaczna 2 Medical Center, will ensure you and your baby have a healthy, happy pregnancy. Schedule an appointment on-line or call today!