There is so much information out there regarding pregnancy. An excellent website to get you started is Pregnancy, birth & baby. They have a week-by-week guide that you can follow. Here is some more information that we think is useful to get you started.
When you have your first antenatal appointment with your GP, they will order some blood tests and a urine test. They may also order an early ultrasound scan to check the dates of the pregnancy. The next tests come between 10 and 13 weeks. This usually involves another blood test and an ultrasound scan. Costs can vary for each test. For first trimester screening: you can expect around $135 cost with a medicare rebate of around $30-40. Please read these links for more information.
Tests, scans and Checks – Pregnancy
Pregnancy can be an exciting time but it can also come with discomforts and undesirable symptoms. Here is some information to help with these symptoms.
Taking care of yourself in early pregnancy
Coping with Common Discomforts of Pregnancy
It is important to keep yourself fit and healthy in pregnancy. The recommendation would be to discuss options for exercise with your GP or a women’s health physiotherapist to ensure you exercise in a safe manner. Exercises to strengthen your pelvic floor are also important to practice.
Exercise option – Empowered Motherhood Program – Yoga/exercise/meditation
Influenza vaccination is recommended in pregnancy. Even if you have had one this influenza season, a repeat vaccination is recommended once pregnant.