Overview
Pregnancy follow-up includes regular medical check-ups to protect the health of the expectant mother and baby. This process continues from the beginning of pregnancy until delivery and is critical for early diagnosis of possible complications.
Using all the possibilities of modern medicine, different tests and examinations are performed in each trimester. Genetic screening tests in the first trimester, detailed anomaly screening in the second trimester, and prenatal preparation checks in the third trimester are performed.
Pregnancy follow-up covers not only physical health but also the psychological state of the expectant mother. Stress management, nutritional counseling, and childbirth preparation training are also important parts of follow-up.
With regular pregnancy follow-up, conditions such as preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, and placental problems can be detected early and necessary precautions can be taken.
Procedures
First Examination and Pregnancy Detection
Pregnancy is confirmed with blood tests, urine test, and ultrasound. Pregnancy week is determined and estimated due date is calculated.
Monthly Check-ups
Blood pressure, weight monitoring, baby heartbeat listening, and general health evaluation are performed regularly every month.
Genetic Screening Tests
Chromosomal anomalies are screened with double test at 11-14 weeks and triple or quadruple test at 16-18 weeks.
Detailed Ultrasound (20-22 Weeks)
All organs of the baby are examined in detail. Anomaly screening is performed.
Glucose Tolerance Test
Glucose tolerance test is performed for gestational diabetes screening at 24-28 weeks.
Prenatal Preparation
NST (Non-Stress Test), birth position control, and birth planning are performed in the last trimester.
Frequently Asked Questions
Once a month until the first 28 weeks, every two weeks between 28-36 weeks, and weekly after 36 weeks is recommended.
You should come for the first examination 1-2 weeks after missed period or when home pregnancy test is positive.
Bleeding, severe abdominal pain, headache, vision problems, swelling in hands and face, decreased baby movements require immediate medical attention.
Light exercises such as walking, swimming, yoga can be done unless there is a risky pregnancy. However, it is important to get your doctors approval.
Folic acid is very important before pregnancy and in the first trimester. Iron, vitamin D, and omega-3 should also be used under doctor supervision.
Service Features
- Regular monitoring of baby development
- Early diagnosis of possible complications
- Protection of maternal health
- Screening for genetic diseases
- Nutrition and lifestyle counseling
- Psychological preparation for birth
- Family planning support
- 24/7 emergency support
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