Frequently Asked Questions

Listed below are our frequently asked questions, they are sub divided into four sections; Pre-conception, Pregnancy, Post natal, and Fathers Questions, please click on the question to view the answer.

Pre-conception

Q. What basic health advice could you give couples planning to start a family?

Pregnancy

Q. Is it safe to exercise during pregnancy? Q. What foods should I avoid in pregnancy? Q. Why is smoking harmful during pregnancy? Q. Are supplements such as evening primrose oil safe in pregnancy? Q. Is swelling normal? Q. Is being exposed to chicken pox during pregnancy a problem? Q. What ultrasound scans are offered and when are they done? Q. What blood tests are recommended in pregnancy? Q. What is placenta praevia? Q. What is pre-eclampsia? Q. What benefits am I entitled to? Q. What does an OP position mean? Q. What are the three stages of labour? Q. What is a membrane sweep? Q. How is the baby’s well being monitored during labour? Q. What is an induction of labour? Q. What is an ECV? Q. Why are pelvic floor exercises important?

Post natal

Q. Why do newborns need a vitamin k injection? Q. When can we resume a sexual relationship? Q. Why do baby’s cry? Q. What should be used to bathe a baby? Q. Should the cord clamp be removed? Q. What blood test does the baby have? Q. What can be done to prevent cot death?

Fathers Questions

Q. Is it safe to have sex during pregnancy? Q. What are parent education classes, and will they benefit both of us? Q. When should I take my partner to hospital?

If you have any concerns regarding the pregnancy the midwife will be happy to advise.