Healthcare provided to pregnant women to monitor and support the health of both the mother and the developing fetus.
A medical doctor specializing in obstetrics, the branch of medicine focused on pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care.
A trained professional specializing in assisting women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, emphasizing a holistic and low-intervention approach.
A medical imaging technique that uses high-frequency sound waves to create images of the developing fetus, helping monitor its growth and development.
The age of the fetus calculated from the first day of the woman’s last menstrual period, providing an estimate of the time since conception.
Dietary supplements containing essential nutrients like folic acid, iron, and calcium, recommended during pregnancy to support the health of the mother and fetus.
Guidance provided by healthcare professionals to pregnant women on maintaining a balanced and healthy diet to support fetal development.
A method for pregnant women to monitor fetal movement by counting the number of kicks or movements within a specific time frame, indicating fetal well-being.
A prenatal diagnostic procedure in which a small amount of amniotic fluid is withdrawn to assess fetal genetic conditions or other abnormalities.
A test performed during pregnancy to identify if a woman carries the Group B streptococcus bacteria, which could pose a risk to the newborn during delivery.
Blood and urine tests conducted during prenatal care to assess the health of the mother and detect any potential complications.