Antenatal Care

At Dr FE Sheetekela's women’s health practice, we provide comprehensive antenatal care tailored to each stage of your pregnancy, whether normal or high-risk. We focus on ensuring your and your baby's health and well-being through personalised, attentive care.

What is antenatal care?

Antenatal care, also known as prenatal care, is the healthcare you receive from healthcare professionals during your pregnancy. It's a vital part of a healthy pregnancy, involving regular check-ups, screenings, and education. Dr Sheetekela and his team use these visits to monitor your pregnancy and catch any potential issues early.

How often would I need to visit Dr Sheetekela?

The frequency of your visits can vary depending on whether you have a normal or high-risk pregnancy:

  • Normal pregnancy: Typically, appointments with Dr Sheetekela are scheduled monthly until the 28th week, bi-weekly from weeks 28 to 36, and then weekly leading up to delivery.
  • High-risk pregnancy: In cases of high-risk pregnancies, Dr Sheetekela might advise more frequent consultations to ensure meticulous monitoring of both your health and your baby's growth.

What happens during antenatal care visits?

During your antenatal care visits with Dr Sheetekela, you can expect the following:

  • Physical examination: This includes weight checks, blood pressure monitoring, and examining the uterus to assess the baby's growth and position.
  • Lab tests: Blood tests, uterine tests, and other screenings are crucial for tracking both your health and your baby's growth.
  • Ultrasounds: To visualise the baby's growth and development, Dr Sheetekela will schedule these at key points in your pregnancy.
  • Symptoms: Dr Sheetekela will address any symptoms or concerns you may be experiencing.
  • Education and advice: Advice about nutrition, exercise, and what to expect during each stage of pregnancy will be provided by Dr Sheetekela.

Additional aspects of antenatal care

  • Screening of gestational diabetes and preeclampsia: Important tests to identify potential issues early.
  • Fetal monitoring: Especially in high-risk pregnancies, to assess the baby's heart rate and movement.
  • Birth planning: Discuss your birth plan, including preferences for labour and delivery.
  • Postnatal care planning: Preparing for the period after the baby's birth.

Special considerations for high-risk pregnancies

Dr Sheetekela provides extra care and motoring for high-risk pregnancies, which may include:

  • More frequent visits and monitoring: To closely track both mother and baby's health.
  • Specialised tests: Such as amniocentesis or chronic villus sampling, if necessary
  • Collaboration with specialists: Working with other healthcare professionals to provide the best possible care.

At Dr Sheetekela's OBGYN practice, we are dedicated to nurturing your journey through pregnancy with the highest level of care and expertise. Whether you are experiencing a normal or high-risk pregnancy, our team is committed to providing a supportive, informative, and comforting environment.