One of the most life-changing and happiest moments of a woman is to know that she will become a mother. Expecting a baby is like a roller coaster ride that affects the emotions and health of a woman. That is why the mother must receive pregnancy care throughout her pregnancy journey. If you are having your pregnancy in Singapore and looking for a clinic to take care of and help you with your pregnancy journey, PK Women's Specialist Clinic can be a big help to you. [url][/url]https://www.pkwomensclinic.com/pregnancy-care/
PK Women’s Specialist Clinic is one of the most trusted clinicsin Singapore that offers pregnancy care. They also offer a wide range of female health services that serve pregant women in Singapore. They have also loyal patients from other countries such as China, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Vietnam. This only shows that their clinic is trusted, and their treatments are truly effective.
Pregnancy Care
Pregnancy care covers prenatal until postpartum care for mothers to be. It helps your baby grow as well as keep you healthy. Dr. Tan Poh Koh, a senior consultant specialist in PK Women’s Specialist Clinic with more than 20 years of experience, was able to help many women with their pregnancy. He is devoted to helping couples on their maternity and pregnancy venture, and also being the obstetrician and gynecologist to ladies in Singapore. You might be interested in getting pregnancy care from PK Women’s Specialist Clinic, here is the list of services offered under pregnancy care:
Pre-pregnancy Check-up
There are many factors to consider in planning to conceive a child. This factor will be discussed during your pre-pregnancy check-up. It will focus on making sure that your physical and mental health is at its best before having a baby.
Expect that during your pre-pregnancy check-up you will be asked personal questions like your family and medical history, past pregnancies, emotional capacity in having a child, medications lifestyle, and many more. Also, the doctor may request several tests or screening that can be vital in your pregnancy.
Preconception tests and screenings that will be requested and performed by your doctor during a pre-pregnancy check-up:
• Blood pressure Reading
• Pap Smear
• Blood tests
• Physical exams for pelvic, breast, and abdomen
• Urinalysis to screen for urinary tract infection (UTI
• Screening for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)
• Fertility Tests (most needed for women over 35 years old)

Antenatal Test
Antenatal or commonly called Pre-natal is very important in every pregnant woman. It monitors the health of the mother and baby as well as check for possible complications during the pregnancy. The development of the baby is also monitored during the Antenatal test.
What to expect during the Antenatal test?
Routine checks like checking the weight and height, urine test, and blood pressure check is done every check-up. During the 6-12 weeks of pregnancy, a blood test will be conducted to identify if there is a presence of infectious diseases such as Hepatitis B or German Measles. A dating scan or ultrasound is also done during this time of pregnancy. The scan will help determine the estimated due date and this will be the first glimpse of the fetus inside the womb. Down syndrome screening is also an option that can be chosen on the 11th week of pregnancy. This will check if your baby has the risk of down syndrome.
Nutrition during pregnancy
Eating nutritious food during pregnancy can lead to outstanding brain development and good birth weight. The baby gets the nutrients from the food you eat so it is highly recommended to eat food rich in folic acid, iron, protein, and calcium. Food such as green leafy vegetables, beans, citrus fruits, meat, fish, poultry, milk, cheese, yogurt, juices, eggs, and peas are most recommended which are rich in nutrients that you and your baby needs. Alcoholic drinks, Meat that is raw, uncooked, or partially cooked and unpasteurized food must be avoided during pregnancy.
Morning Sickness
Morning sickness is a common indication of pregnancy which causes vomiting and nausea. It normally occurs within the initial four months of pregnancy and can cause distress at any time of the day.
What are the causes of morning sickness?
• The stomach of women becomes delicate during the early stage of pregnancy which causes morning sickness.
• Estrogen during pregnancy increases which triggers morning sickness.
• The sense of smell of pregnant women intensifies which makes them nauseous when smelling certain odors.
• Stress can also cause morning sickness.
Labor and Delivery
In PK Women’s Specialist Clinic, you will be informed of the things that you will expect during labor and delivery.
The three most important things that you should watch out for during labor are:
1. Frequent and long contractions which cause pain.
2. Discharges of mucus
3. Amniotic fluid leaks
If you experienced these three, call your doctor or go to the hospital immediately.Dr. PK Tan was able to help several women with their pregnancy from before and after birth. If you are needing help in conceiving or in your pregnancy, consider visiting Dr. PK Tan.