Antenatal Care & Ultrasound Scans

Pregnancy brings a long list of appointments, tests and questions. Dr Nyiko E Vukeya provides antenatal care and ultrasound scans in Giyani, so that this part of your pregnancy can be managed close to home.

What does antenatal care involve?

Antenatal care follows your pregnancy through routine check-ups that track your health and your baby's development. Visits typically cover blood pressure, weight, growth and any concerns you want to raise along the way.

These visits are also a chance to flag anything unusual early, whether it relates to your own health or your baby's, so that any necessary next steps can be arranged without delay. Where a concern falls outside general practice, a referral can be arranged so that the right specialist sees you without unnecessary delay.

What is an ultrasound scan used for?

An ultrasound scan helps confirm dates, follow your baby's growth, and identify anything that may need closer attention. It is a standard, non-invasive part of antenatal care.

Depending on the stage of your pregnancy, more than one scan may be recommended, each one building a clearer picture of how your pregnancy is progressing.

When should antenatal visits start?

It is best to begin antenatal visits as soon as a pregnancy is confirmed. From there, the frequency of visits is set according to your stage of pregnancy and individual circumstances.

If this is your first pregnancy, or your first with this practice, the early visits are also an opportunity to go through your medical history in full, so that your care can be tailored from the outset.

What can you expect?

Antenatal care is designed to keep you informed at each stage, with regular opportunities to ask questions and raise anything that concerns you.

You are welcome to bring a partner or family member along to any of these appointments if that makes you more comfortable.

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