During your pregnancy you can have a test to check for abnormalities and disorders in the unborn baby. We call this prenatal screening.
Read more about prenatal screening below.
Obstetric Care
Midwifery practice Aanvang stands for excellent care. With us you always get that little bit extra! Personal attention is most important. For example, we plan 20 minutes for a check instead of the usual 10 minutes.
In addition to the little extra that we already offer, we also notice that there is an increasing need for customized care. That is why we offer different packages. This way you can compose the care around the pregnancy that grands your wishes.
During your pregnancy you will regularly visit the midwife. In the beginning of the pregnancy this will be monthly, at the end you will visit every week. The checks are intended to monitor your health and the development and growth of the baby. We will measure your blood pressure at every check-up, monitor the growth of your baby and listen to the heartbeat. During the checks we get to know each other better and there is room to ask questions.
We offer multiple ultrasounds during your pregnancy. For example, we can already plan an early ultrasound at 7 weeks, you will receive a term ultrasound around 10-12 weeks of pregnancy and at 36 weeks we look at the growth and position of your baby.
In addition to these ultrasounds, you can choose whether you want to use the 13-week ultrasound and 20-week ultrasound. The baby is checked from head to toe. Your midwife will provide more information about this during the check-up.
Did you know that you can also contact us with questions about becoming pregnant (healthy)? We will answer your questions during a personalized consultation.
Breastfeeding is natural. But will it come naturally? You and your baby are definitely made for it. However, it often takes practice. After birth, everything is new to you. Women who are already preparing in pregnancy are more likely to breastfeed.
Because we give every mother and her baby the best start, we offer the course:
'This is how you breastfeed'
In this course you will learn exactly what you need in one evening. We practice very practical with positions and latching on your baby, in a small group with upcoming moms. We also prepare you for pumping, so that you and your baby can enjoy the benefits of breastfeeding for a long time.
Breastfeeding is a beautiful and special moment for many mothers, but sometimes they experience problems with breastfeeding. In such cases we can offer extra help in the form of a lactation consult.
After about six weeks you will come to us for a follow-up check.
Together we look back on the period of your pregnancy, delivery and maternity period.
What is it like to be a parent and do you have any questions for us?
It is nice to talk about this period together.
We coordinate the care and contact moments together so that you can make optimal use of our knowledge, but also take the rest that is so important during this period.
Maternity care is unique in the world. Apart from the Netherlands, there is no other country in the world where women receive care at home from a nurse who supports them in the first week after birth.
When you think the labor has started, you can reach us 24 hours a day on our emergency number.
Call for Aanvang Puur: 06-10141870
Call for Aanvang Zuiver: 06-83641226
During the pregnancy we will discuss your wishes. It is important that you give birth in a place where you feel safe.
We offer a birth plan conversation around 33 weeks of pregnancy. We would like to see what your wishes are for birth.
During pregnancy, you gradually prepare for your delivery, which is now almost in sight. After months of waiting, your baby will be born soon. This is one of the most special experiences in your life, but it can also be very exciting. Good preparation for childbirth is therefore very important.
The first 10 days after the birth of your baby is called the postnatal period. During these days we and the maternity care (kraamzorg) support you to give you a good start.
During this period we can be reached by phone and we will schedule home visits in consultation with you.
You are a in your postnatal period up to 6 weeks after you give birth. A lot has changed during this period, physically, emotionally and socially.
Most of these changes are noticeable in the first weeks. We are happy to offer you guidance during this 'new' period.
If your check-ups and or delivery takes place in the hospital, you are also welcome to contact us for guidance during your postnatal period.
During pregnancy, you gradually prepare for your delivery, which is now almost in sight. After months of waiting, your baby will be born soon. This is one of the most special experiences in your life, but it can also be very exciting. Good preparation for childbirth is therefore very important.
To make this important event in your life a pleasant experience, good preparation and discussing your wishes is very important. During the Birth plan check-up, you and the midwife discuss your wishes and needs (together with your partner). We can then offer you the best guidance that suits you.
In any case, make sure you have a bag ready around the 37th week of pregnancy in case you need to go to the hospital.
Pregnancy is a special but sometimes exciting period in which you can feel insecure.
We would like you to be able to enjoy this and are there for you during this special period.
We are happy to guide you during your pregnancy, delivery and postnatal period, and we are happy to provide you with the right information.
