This clinic run by the Midwife each Tuesday between 1.30 - 2.45 p.m. During this clinic a full range of maternity services are available for patients. All consultations are by appointment only.

At the first ante natal visit expectant mothers are seen by both the Mid Wife and Health Visitor.

During this consultation:

• The date of the last menstrual period is checked.
• A referral is made to the hospital - (Shared Care)

What happens when you attend Ante Natal Clinic?

• Assessment of general physical condition
• Progress of pregnancy
• A Blood Pressure reading is taken at every visit
• Urine is tested at every visit

After the first twelve week of pregnancy foetal heart will be listened to regularly, and monitored.

Any general advice and questions about your pregnancy will be discussed fully with you and any worries and/or concerns addressed.

Advice will be given about:

• Healthy eating - and what foods should be avoided
• Smoking Cessation
• Alcohol consumption

The Midwife will visit you in your own home prior to and after the birth of the baby.