Trying to Conceive?
Whilst attempting to conceive please remember that eating a healthy balanced diet, avoiding smoking and taking a daily folic acid and vitamin D supplement are really important. If you are taking any medication it is important to check to make sure it is safe to be taken in pregnancy.
I’m Pregnant…
Congratulations! Pregnancy can be confirmed by using a Pregnancy Test kit available from most pharmacies and supermarkets. No additional testing is required by your GP. It is best you book a telephone appointment with a GP once your test becomes positive so we can discuss your pregnancy and refer you to the midwife. Our midwife will then contact you to confirm an appointment often occurring between 8-12 weeks from the first day of your last period. Ultrasound scans then often follow at 12 weeks and 20 weeks.
If you have any problems during your pregnancy you can contact your midwife or your GP. If you have any serious concerns it is possible to contact Warwick Hospital Antenatal Assessment Unit on 01926 495321 ext 4090.
After Pregnancy…
You will be supported by the midwife and Health Visitors. A GP review of mother and baby at 6 weeks after delivery should then follow.
Struggling to conceive?
It is generally considered normal that conception can take up-to 1 year of trying. If conception has not occurred after this period of time then please speak to a GP and we can help. Further investigations may include blood tests, semen analysis and referral to regional fertility services.
Termination of Pregnancy
If you have found out your are pregnant but don’t want to proceed with your pregnancy, please contact BPAS on 03457 304030 or visit their website.