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Antenatal care (pregnancy check-ups)

General health information, not a diagnosis. In an emergency, call 102. Always consult a qualified health professional.

WHO recommends at least 8 antenatal contacts, starting in the first 12 weeks. Nepal's programme provides free check-ups, iron and folic acid, deworming, Td vaccine and incentives for 4 or more visits and for delivery at a health facility.

Guidance

WHO recommends at least 8 antenatal contacts, starting in the first 12 weeks. Nepal's programme provides free check-ups, iron and folic acid, deworming, Td vaccine and incentives for 4 or more visits and for delivery at a health facility. Check-ups include blood pressure, weight, urine and blood tests, ultrasound and counselling on danger signs, birth preparedness and family planning.

Common questions

What should I know about antenatal care?
WHO recommends at least 8 antenatal contacts, starting in the first 12 weeks. Nepal's programme provides free check-ups, iron and folic acid, deworming, Td vaccine and incentives for 4 or more visits and for delivery at a health facility.

Where can I get free maternal and child health services in Nepal?
Government health posts and hospitals provide free antenatal, delivery, postnatal and child health services, with incentives for facility delivery.

What number do I call in an emergency?
Call 102 for an ambulance.

Learn more / References

SI summary (own words); Nepal FWD/MoHP, WHO and CDC as references

Emergency — call102