Antenatal Care in Raebareli
Antenatal care (also called prenatal care) is the regular medical care you receive during pregnancy, before your baby is born. At Mithila Women's Hospital in Raebareli, Dr. Shilpi Singh provides structured antenatal check-ups to monitor your health and your baby's growth, identify any concerns early, and prepare you for a safe delivery. Attending regular antenatal visits is one of the most important things you can do for a healthy pregnancy.
What is antenatal care?
Antenatal care is the schedule of check-ups, tests, and advice provided throughout pregnancy. At each visit, your doctor checks your blood pressure, weight, and general health, monitors the baby's growth and heartbeat, and arranges blood tests, urine tests, and ultrasound scans at appropriate stages. Antenatal care also includes important screening, vaccinations where recommended, supplements such as iron and folic acid, and guidance on nutrition, activity, and warning signs. The aim is to keep both mother and baby healthy and to catch and manage any problems as early as possible.
When should antenatal care start?
Antenatal care should ideally begin in the first trimester, as soon as you know you are pregnant. Starting early allows your doctor to confirm the pregnancy, estimate your due date accurately, begin essential supplements, and arrange first-trimester screening. Visits then continue at regular intervals throughout pregnancy, becoming more frequent as you approach your due date. Between visits, contact your doctor promptly if you experience bleeding, severe pain, persistent vomiting, fever, severe headache or vision changes, swelling, or reduced baby movements.
Our approach at Mithila Women's Hospital
Dr. Shilpi Singh provides personalised antenatal care in a calm, supportive setting. Each appointment gives you time to ask questions and discuss how you are feeling, alongside the medical checks and scans your pregnancy needs. We maintain a clear record of your progress, explain test results in plain language, and adjust your care if anything needs closer attention. Our antenatal care connects seamlessly with our delivery and postnatal services, so you receive consistent, joined-up support from early pregnancy through to after your baby arrives.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I start antenatal care?
As early in pregnancy as possible, ideally in the first trimester. Early antenatal care helps confirm and date the pregnancy and start important screening and supplements.
How many antenatal visits will I need?
The number varies with each pregnancy, but visits are usually monthly early on and more frequent near the due date. Your doctor will set a schedule suited to your needs.
What is the difference between antenatal and postnatal care?
Antenatal care happens before birth, during pregnancy. Postnatal care is the support given to mother and baby after delivery. We provide both at Mithila Women's Hospital.
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This page is for general information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please consult Dr. Shilpi Singh or a qualified healthcare provider about your individual situation.