General obstetrics
Antenatal care
During pregnancy, you'll need to have regular check-ups called antenatal check-ups. Antenatal appointments are designed to keep you and your baby healthy during pregnancy.
Even if your pregnancy is going well and you feel healthy, it’s still important for you to attend all your antenatal appointments to identify any potential problems, so they can be reduced or prevented.
Dr Isaacs has an open door policy- she makes you feel comfortable enough to ask any questions you may have about pregnancy. For example, you may ask her advice on physical pregnancy symptoms or the birth itself. You may also want to know things about caring for your baby after giving birth. She will also help support you with your lifestyle, including advice on diet and exercise.
You're more than welcome to bring your partner along to antenatal visits to support you during the process.
Ultrasound
The first pregnancy ultrasound is usually done during the first trimester to confirm the pregnancy and estimate how long you've been pregnant. If your pregnancy remains uncomplicated, the next ultrasound is typically offered during the second trimester- at 18 to 20 weeks of pregnancy.
Postnatal care
Six weeks after you give birth, you will need another check-up called a postnatal check-up. Although giving birth is a normal and natural process, some women experience a few health aftershocks, so it's important that they are examined and treated promptly.
The consequences of missing your postnatal appointment can be serious: it can lead to an overlooked infection, incomplete healing, an unwanted pregnancy, undiagnosed postnatal depression and other health concerns. Keeping this appointment is essential and can pay off in many so many ways, both physically and emotionally.
A postnatal check-up generally includes:
- Checking your general health
- Checking your incision (If you had a c-section or tear during vaginal delivery)
- Examining your uterus, ovaries, and cervix
- Examining your breasts for any abnormalities