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FULL OBSTETRIC CARE
We are excited to be able to offer full obstetric care. This includes first trimester care, through to birth and the postnatal period. At the centre of care is the expectant mother. Our approach is calm, gentle and confident. We will work closely with you to help you make informed decisions and actively plan your pregnancy and delivery management.
Pregnancy care involves:
Routine appointments with our Obstetricians and extra visits as required for any obstetric complications that may arise.
The first visit (around 9-10 weeks) generally takes 30-35 minutes. It involves a detailed history and discussion of any relevant issues.
Subsequent appointments are at 14, 20, 28, 32, 36, 38, 40 and 41 weeks. These appointments are approximately 15 to 20 minutes.
Each appointment has an ultrasound scan or an examination to check baby. Formal diagnostic ultrasound scans are performed when required. Nuchal translucency and morphology scans are performed by external providers at subsidised cost.
Midwifery appointments are at 18 weeks (booking), 24 weeks, 30 weeks, 34, 37 and 39 weeks (to discuss midwifery care, birthplan and breastfeeding).
Delivery is with our Obstetricians and their specialist delivery midwives at Wellington Hospital. Hospital stay, as required. After birth Wellington Obstetrics will organise a specialised postnatal midwife who will make visits to your home.
A postnatal check (4-6 weeks after the birth of your baby) is the final appointment where you come to the rooms to visit us and we check in on your recovery and progress with baby.
Please ensure you are always contactable by phone on the day of your appointment in case of unforseen delays.
Midwifery Team
We are proud to have our own team of wonderful midwives. They will see you for appointments at Wellington Obstetrics for antenatal care. We have our own specialist delivery midwives and we will organise for you a dedicated postnatal midwife who will visit you at your home.
At your first appointment with a midwife, she will give you instructions on how to make contact with members of our team.
Together we will care for you during your labour and delivery.
We are proud to support the midwives of the future. We will occasionally have a midwifery student join us in clinics. Your will always be asked prior for your permission.
Single Consultations
If you require a single consultation, either for pregnancy guidance or a second opinion we are pleased to be able to offer this service
WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS
Any leave taken by members of Wellington Obstetrics will be covered by our private Obstetricians or a specialised private midwife.