Pregnancy is an exciting time in a woman’s life. From the first day you find out that you are pregnant to the time you give birth, you need continuous medical care to ensure that you and your baby are safe and healthy. Exceptional Pregnancy-Related Care from our highly skilled healthcare experts can help boost your chances of safe childbirth and reduce pregnancy risks.
All our doctors offer the best care possible to ensure that you have a safe and comfortable childbearing and childbirth experience. Call Gerringong Medical and Skin Centre to schedule an appointment today.
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Our services for pregnant women begin from the time you discover the upcoming arrival of your new bundle of joy. It includes:
Our healthcare service providers also provide antenatal classes that teach you what to expect during the pregnancy. These classes can help you prepare for childbirth and provide basic instructions about caring for newborns.
Regular Antenatal Appointments with the doctors are necessary during the entire pregnancy. It will help you keep track of all the stages of your pregnancy.
The ideal frequency of doctors’ appointments include:
By doing Prenatal Diagnostic Laboratory Tests and screenings, you can get an accurate report about your unborn child’s health. It will also help you address possible problems even before the child is born.
Appropriate Postnatal Care is also as important as your prenatal care. From the time your child is born until the first eight weeks after the delivery, you may encounter many significant changes that could affect you physically and emotionally as you care for your new baby.
Gerringong Medical and Skin Centre doctors will teach you how to achieve the right nutrition after childbirth. They will also offer instructions to achieve adequate rest and the best methods for vaginal care after giving birth.
Most pregnant women gained extra pounds during their Pregnancy. This added weight can be beneficial during their breastfeeding journey. However, it is still crucial to ensure that you will receive the right nutrition to remain healthy.
It is necessary to keep in mind that you must eat only when you feel hungry. You must also avoid fatty foods. Your diet must also include more protein, fruits, vegetables, and carbohydrates to get the best nutrition. Most importantly, you need to drink lots of water to replace all the fluids you lost during childbirth and while breastfeeding your child.
Caring for a newborn can be energy-consuming. While you may find yourself facing numerous tasks at once, you need to allocate enough time for rest to help rebuild your strength.
Doctors would suggest that you must take a nap while your baby is sleeping. It would also help to ask for assistance from your partner or any trusted person to care for the child while you take some time to rest.
Some women have to deal with tears after a Normal Spontaneous Delivery (NSD). It will make you feel sore and uncomfortable for some time after giving birth.
Vaginal tears, also called perineal lacerations, normally happen when the child’s head is too large for the vagina. It also occurs when the vagina does not stretch to provide room for the upcoming child. It could cause other discomforts like vaginal discharge, frequent urination, and contractions after the delivery.
Our expert healthcare providers can provide you with instructions on how to address this issue properly. You need to secure an appointment as soon as you notice any abnormalities after giving birth.
To get the best Pregnancy-Related Care, you may visit Gerringong Medical and Skin Centre’s website or give us a call to ensure that you and your unborn child remain healthy throughout your pregnancy.
CALL 02 4216 3100
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