The expectant mother should take special care of her health. She needs to do this not only for her own sake, but also to give the baby a good start in life. The growth of the fetus depends a great deal on the mother’s health – the healthier the mother is, the healthier the baby will become. This special care for the expectant mother, which is known as antenatal care, is of the utmost importance
She should see her doctor early, preferably at the end of the second month of pregnancy or when she has missed two periods. The doctor will then arrange for her to make regular check-up visits. She may prefer to visit a Maternal and Child Health Center for her check-ups
The first visit to the doctor
