Antenatal Appointments & Care

Find out how to get ready for the birth including making a birth plan.

Antenatal care is the care you get from health professionals during your pregnancy.

It's sometimes called pregnancy care or maternity care.

Find out what to expect from every week of your pregnancy.

Ultrasound scans use sound waves to build a picture of the baby in the womb. The scans are painless, have no known side effects on mothers or babies, and can be carried out at any stage of pregnancy. Talk to your midwife, GP or obstetrician about any concerns you have.

During your pregnancy, you'll be offered a range of tests, including blood tests and ultrasound baby scans.