Congratulations! The pregnancy test is positive: You're pregnant!

Now the excitement begins. You can celebrate your pregnancy and begin educating yourself in the months leading up to the birth of your little miracle.

Here are some useful tips:

•	Make an appointment with your doctor: Discuss any health issues with your doctor, including current medication and any chronic health condition you may suffer from.
•	Share the news: It is usual to share the news when you are about 12 weeks pregnant, generally after your first ultrasound scan.
•	Ensure you have a support structure: You will have lots of questions to ask the experts.
•	Join Mediclinic baby: This exclusive programme is available for all parents whose babies are born at a Mediclinic hospital. It has been designed to educate and support parents-to-be and parents of newborn babies as they enter this exciting new chapter in their lives.
•	Learn about pregnancy: As your body grows so should your knowledge. Join our antenatal classes to learn about pregnancy, birth and parenting.

Mediclinic baby presents antenatal classes:

•	Conventional course: One evening per week over a 4 - 6 week period
•	Condensed Saturday class: Full day
•	Mediclinic baby antenatal weekends: Combine a comprehensive course with a luxury weekend break

Topics such as the following are covered:

•	Childbirth options
•	Pain relief
•	General baby care
•	Breastfeeding

During pregnancy Education Week in February, Mediclinic baby presents free information sessions to enlighten and inspire moms- and dads-to-be. Contact the Mediclinic hospital near you or click here for dates and times.

For more information on Mediclinic baby:

Tel. 021 943 6053
Email: mediclinicbaby@mediclinic.co.za