Complete care through pregnancy, childbirth and after: antenatal check-ups, scans, normal and caesarean delivery, newborn care and postnatal support.
Overview
Our Obstetrics and Gynaecology department cares for mothers from the first pregnancy test to the weeks after delivery. Regular antenatal check-ups monitor the health of mother and baby, and our team supports you in planning a safe birth.
We encourage normal (vaginal) delivery whenever it is safe. When medically needed, caesarean section is done in our operation theatres with anaesthesia and paediatric support available round the clock.
Who needs this treatment?
- Confirmed pregnancy, for antenatal care from early weeks
- Planning a pregnancy (preconception counselling)
- Labour and delivery
- Care after childbirth, including breastfeeding support and family planning advice
Benefits
- Regular monitoring to detect and manage problems early
- Ultrasound scans and laboratory tests under one roof
- Obstetricians, anaesthetists and paediatricians available round the clock
- Guidance on nutrition, exercise, vaccination and preparing for birth
How it is done
Before the procedure
Antenatal visits include blood pressure and weight checks, blood and urine tests, ultrasound scans at key stages and advice on diet, supplements and warning signs.
During the procedure
During labour, mother and baby are monitored closely. Pain relief options are discussed with you. If labour does not progress safely, the team may advise assisted delivery or caesarean section.
After the procedure
Mother and baby are checked before discharge. The paediatrician examines the newborn, and you receive guidance on breastfeeding, baby care and your own recovery.
Recovery and aftercare
After a normal delivery most mothers go home in a day or two; after a caesarean, usually in a few days.
- Attend your postnatal check-up and your baby's vaccination visits
- Rest, eat well and stay hydrated, especially while breastfeeding
- Seek help for heavy bleeding, fever, severe headache, breathlessness or low mood
Frequently asked questions
As soon as your pregnancy test is positive, ideally in the first eight to ten weeks.
Sometimes. It depends on the reason for the earlier caesarean and other factors. Your obstetrician will discuss whether it is safe for you.
This page gives general information. Whether a treatment is right for you, and what it involves, depends on your condition; your doctor will explain the options after examining you.