Prenatal care
The Pregnancy Care Process Week by Week
This overview outlines the essential and regular check-ups during pregnancy, which are crucial for both your health and the well-being of your baby. Legally recommended prenatal screening tests must be carried out at specific stages of pregnancy.
To confirm the pregnancy, you must consult a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology. Following this, the district health visitor (midwife) will take over your care, fill out, and provide you with the pregnancy care booklet. The health visitor performs the necessary examinations and provides information about the screening tests, social benefits, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. They will also document the pregnancy and risk classification in the pregnancy care booklet.
First trimester
6-8. hét
Pregnancy diagnosis (at the doctor)
Pregnancy is confirmed via ultrasound. Following a review of your medical history, a risk assessment is performed. With the outpatient report issued during this visit, you will need to register with the district midwife to initiate maternity care.
8-10. week
Laboratory test
First trimester laboratory tests (blood and urine) are conducted. If you prefer to have these done at your local clinic, the referral required is your maternity care booklet.
9-11. week
Medical prenatal care (at the doctor)
We will review the test results obtained so far and perform an initial ultrasound examination.
11-14. week
Genetic ultrasound (mandatory) + NIPT (recommended)
This is one of the most important ultrasound examinations, aimed at screening for common genetic disorders. During this visit, the estimated due date (EDD) is also determined. To complement the ultrasound, we recommend a NIPT (Non-Invasive Prenatal Test) - a blood test performed on a sample taken from the mother. It is a risk-free alternative to placental and amniotic fluid testing. The test analyzes fetal DNA present in the maternal bloodstream. Please consult your obstetrician to help you choose the most appropriate test for your needs.
The first trimester is the most critical period in fetal development and often raises the most questions for expectant mothers. Unfortunately, regular consultations may not always allow enough time to discuss everything in detail.
For women who are planning to conceive or are in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, we offer a medical presentation and Q&A program. During this event, we cover the most important information and provide answers to any questions you may have.
Second trimester
14-16. week
Medical prenatal care (at the doctor)
We will review the results obtained so far and perform an exploratory ultrasound examination. Any questions or concerns will be discussed, along with the recommended next steps in your care.
16-17. week
Early glucose tolerance test (at a public health clinic or private laboratory provider)
This examination is necessary if there is a high-risk of gestational diabetes.
18-20. week
Genetic ultrasound
During the ultrasound, a detailed examination of most of the fetus’s organs is performed. The purpose of the scan is to screen for abnormalities that may not have been detectable in earlier stages.
20-22. week
Medical prenatal care (at the doctor)
We will review the test results obtained so far and perform an initial ultrasound examination. Any questions or concerns will be addressed, and the next steps in your care will be discussed.
24-28. week
Laboratory testing and glucose tolerance test (at a public health clinic or private laboratory provider)
Second trimester laboratory tests (blood and urine), along with a glucose tolerance test.
26-28. week
Medical prenatal care (at the doctor)
We will review the results obtained so far and perform an initial ultrasound examination. Any questions you may have, as well as the next recommended steps, will be discussed in detail.
Third trimester
30-32. week
Third trimester ultrasound examination
During the ultrasound, most of the fetus’s organs are thoroughly examined. Special attention is given to fetal size, amniotic fluid levels, and circulation.
32-34 week
Medical prenatal care (at the doctor)
We will review the test results obtained so far and perform an initial ultrasound examination. Any questions you may have, as well as the next steps in your care, will be discussed in detail.
36. week
Medical prenatal care (at the doctor)
In cases of high-risk pregnancy, the visit begins with a 20–30 minute CTG examination to assess fetal heart activity. This is followed by a vaginal swab to perform Group B Streptococcus screening. We will then review the test results obtained so far and perform an initial ultrasound examination. Any questions you may have, along with the next steps in your care, will be thoroughly discussed.
37. week
Laboratory testing (at a public health clinic or private laboratory provider)
Second trimester laboratory tests (blood and urine).
38. week
CTG examination (at the doctor)
A follow-up CTG examination is performed
39. week
CTG examination (at the doctor)
A follow-up CTG examination is performed
40. week
CTG examination (at the hospital)
In cases of post-term pregnancy, further CTG examinations are conducted at the obstetrics department of the hospital responsible for your area.