What to expect?

What to Expect During Antepartum Visits & How We Optimize Your Delivery
Regular antepartum visits are essential for ensuring a healthy pregnancy and a safe delivery. At my practice, I provide comprehensive prenatal care to monitor your baby’s development, address any concerns, and prepare you for labor and delivery.

What Happens During Antepartum Visits?
✔️ Fetal Growth Monitoring – Measuring baby’s growth and tracking development.
✔️ Ultrasounds & Lab Tests – Checking for fetal health, anemia, infections, and gestational diabetes.
✔️ Blood Pressure & Weight Checks – Screening for complications like preeclampsia.
✔️ Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring – Ensuring the baby’s heart is strong and healthy.
✔️ Pelvic Exams (Later Pregnancy) – Assessing cervical changes as labor approaches.
✔️ Labor & Delivery Planning – Discussing birth preferences and pain management options.

How We Optimize Delivery & Minimize Complications:
🔹 Early Detection of High-Risk Conditions – Managing preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, and placenta previa to prevent complications.
🔹 Fetal Positioning Techniques – Helping ensure your baby is head-down for a smoother vaginal birth.
🔹 Guidance on Nutrition & Exercise – Supporting a healthy pregnancy and easier labor.
🔹 Personalized Birth Planning – Preparing for vaginal delivery, C-section if necessary, and pain relief options.
🔹 Emergency Readiness – Monitoring for signs of fetal distress or preterm labor to act quickly if needed.

By staying proactive and informed, we can help you have a safer, smoother delivery with fewer risks. Schedule your antepartum visit with Dr. Malik today to ensure the healthiest pregnancy possible!