Pregnancy

Your health and well-being are of paramount important to us. We understand that pregnancy is a special time, but it can also be difficult. That’s why we take the time to listen carefully and give you comprehensive, well-founded advice. We believe that an attentive and caring approach is essential at every stage of pregnancy. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and share your doubts. It’s important to us that you feel supported in this special adventure. We look forward to welcoming you to our practice!

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personalised care

Pregnant women are looked after in a caring way, taking into account their physical and emotional needs throughout this wonderful adventure.
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support at every stage

Each consultation is a time for listening and understanding, where care choices are shared and adapted to the physiology and expectations of each woman.
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excellence and innovation

It’s essential to keep constantly up to date with the latest advances in our field, so that we can always apply the most innovative and effective treatments.
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Dr Jeanine Rutjes

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Dr Shari Boeckstaens

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Joyce Lake

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We can help you with :

  • Pre-conception advice
  • Pregnancy follow-up

Consultations with the midwife:

We offer consultations with the midwife about labour, birth, pinning (delete) and practical issues such as recognition of the child and maternity costs. There is also a consultation from 35 weeks onwards, with a tour of the delivery room and information on breastfeeding.

Births take place at the AZ Jan Portaels Hospital.

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    7 to 8 weeks

    At the first appointment, the pregnancy is confirmed, the file is compiled and a general monitoring plan is drawn up and reviewed. Blood is also taken.
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    12 to 13 weeks: First-trimester ultrasound scan

    During this examination, a structural ultrasound is performed to detect any early anomalies. It is preferable to come with a full bladder. If you wish, a non-invasive prenatal test (NIPT) can be carried out.
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    Check at 16 weeks

    This is an interim examination to check that the pregnancy is developing well. A urine sample is also taken.
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    20 to 21 weeks: Second trimester - Ultrasound

    At this stage, a full structural screening ultrasound is carried out to check the baby's organs and detect any abnormalities at an early stage.
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    Checks every 4 weeks

    After the ultrasound at 20 weeks, standard checks are carried out every 4 weeks.
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    24 to 28 weeks: Sugar test (GCT)

    This is a non-fasting test carried out in the AZ Jan Portaels Hospital laboratory and lasts one hour. If this test is abnormal, a second blood sugar (delete) test will be scheduled (OGTT)
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    30 to 32 weeks: Third trimester - ultrasound scan

    Ultrasound is used to check the position of the baby, the placenta and growth, as well as to carry out a structural check.
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    From 35 weeks: Checks every 2 weeks

    The focus is on preparing for childbirth, and birth wishes are examined.
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    From 40 weeks

    Monitor check-ups (CTG) take place at the AZ Jan Portaels Maternity Ward. From 40 weeks onwards, they take place every 2 days.
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    After the birth: 6 to 8 weeks

    Postnatal consultation.