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Antental Care

Overview

What is Antenatal Care?

Antenatal care is proactive healthcare that’s provided to women throughout their pregnancy journey. It involves more than simple routine check-ups and is along the lines of a continuous partnership between expectant mothers and our consultant obstetricians and midwives.

This dedicated antenatal care focuses on monitoring the health and development of both mother and baby, from the earliest confirmation of pregnancy right through to labour. Its approach looks at the complete picture which can be anything from managing the physiological changes of pregnancy, screening for potential complications, to providing the essential education and emotional support that empowers women. Supporting a healthy pregnancy is a foundation that prepares families for a confident transition to parenthood.

Types of Antenatal Care and Packages

Our care pathways are designed to suit different needs as we understand that every pregnancy is unique. Tailored antenatal packages are typically the way we deliver antenatal care. This allows for a clear, cost-effective schedule of essential consultations, scans and tests. Our standard package offers the recommended schedule of visits with key milestone scans for low-risk, healthy pregnancies.

We provide more intensive consultant-led care with increased monitoring for first-time mothers. The same is provided for those with pre-existing medical conditions like diabetes or hypertension or pregnancies with twins. This might include more frequent growth scans, specialised foetal medicine input and close collaboration with other specialists like endocrinologists. For reassurance, we also offer early pregnancy care in the first trimester and design dedicated packages for those seeking a specific type of birth experience.

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The first antenatal care appointment is recommended as soon as a positive pregnancy test comes through. By the 8th to 10th week of pregnancy, ideally, this initial visit should take place. Starting care early is crucial for accurate dating of the pregnancy. This is when we begin initiating important first-trimester screenings and begin vital nutritional guidance like supplementing with folic acid. The earlier the better, allowing discussions and management plans for pre-existing health conditions that may interfere with pregnancy. Early engagement allows us to establish a supportive relationship and build a personalised care plan from the very start, whether for a first-time pregnancy or one with specific concerns based on a previous experience.

A structured yet flexible schedule of appointments marks the beginning of an antenatal journey at NMC. With the first visit being comprehensive, we cover a patients detailed medical history, perform physical examinations and measure baseline blood and urine tests. To confirm a due date, a dating and viability ultrasound scan is usually performed. Regular subsequent appointments are booked after that. These are meant to monitor blood pressure, weight and the baby’s growth through fundal height measurements.

To measure key diagnostic milestones, the Nuchal Translucency Scan is performed at 11-14 weeks to assess early risk. This is followed by the Anomaly Scan at 18-22 weeks which provides a detailed foetal anatomy check. If required, growth scans in the third trimester and advanced screenings like Non-Invasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT) are performed. Each visit is not only a chance to look into physical milestones but is a chance listen to the baby’s heartbeat, discuss family wellbeing and address any questions.

  • Gestational Diabetes
  • Hypertensive Disorders (Gestational Hypertension, Pre-eclampsia)
  • Iron-Deficiency Anaemia
  • Thyroid Disorders in Pregnancy
  • Foetal Growth Restriction (FGR)
  • Multiple Pregnancies (Twins, Triplets)
  • Preterm Labour Risk
  • Placental Issues (Placenta Praevia, Abruption)
  • Recurrent Pregnancy Loss (RPL) Support

We respect and honour individual choices and pace at NMC. We begin the process with guiding on the right antenatal package for a patient’s needs and convenience. A named consultant and dedicated midwife are designated to our patients, for continuity and to build a trusting relationship. Clear communication is our priority, taking ample time at every appointment and explaining findings and discussing birth preferences.

Our facilities are equipped with state-of-the-art ultrasound technology and on-site labs for swift results. For any complex needs, our obstetricians work seamlessly with our in-house foetal medicine specialists, neonatologists and dieticians. From the first visit across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah and Al Ain to the final preparation for delivery, our integrated network provides consistent, high-quality support, preparing families thoroughly for the birth of a child.

Our team is led by consultant obstetricians and gynaecologists with vast experience in managing both routine and complex pregnancies. They are supported by a dedicated team of senior midwives, ultra sonographers and antenatal clinic nurses who all share a passion for maternal care.

Our consultants take an empathetic approach to care. They have exceptional skill in providing clear, calm guidance and understand the mix of joy and anxiety that pregnancy can bring. With this, they are committed to being a steady, knowledgeable support system for expecting mothers and families. With genuine care, our specialists at NMC Hospital and Clinic guide patients through this remarkable journey. They ease the transition for expectant mothers who seek comprehensive, supportive antenatal care across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah and Al Ain.

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Frequently Asked Questions

All scheduled consultant and midwife appointments are included. Essential ultrasound scans (dating, nuchal and anomaly), routine blood and urine tests and antenatal vitamins as well.
Patients will typically have at least two key scans in a routine, low-risk pregnancy. First being a dating scan at 8-11 weeks, followed by a detailed anomaly scan at 18-22 weeks. At 11-14 weeks, a nuchal translucency scan for early screening is also offered. Additional growth and wellbeing scans will be recommended in the third trimester for any concerns that arise regarding growth or wellbeing or for higher-risk pregnancies.
Absolutely not. Monitoring physical health is fundamental but our holistic approach places equal importance on emotional and psychological wellbeing. Hopes, fears and birth plans can be discussed with your care team. Nutrition and exercise guidance are provided as are preparations for parenthood.
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