{"id":1161,"date":"2023-09-08T13:12:26","date_gmt":"2023-09-08T13:12:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mariestopes.or.tz\/services\/\/"},"modified":"2026-02-03T16:38:56","modified_gmt":"2026-02-03T16:38:56","slug":"antenatal-care","status":"publish","type":"services","link":"https:\/\/www.mariestopes.or.tz\/sw\/services\/maternity-services\/antenatal-care\/","title":{"rendered":"Huduma za kabla ya kujifungua"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-msi-blocks-header-image alignfull\"><div class=\"right-image-block\"><div class=\"container-wide\"><div class=\"input-container\"><h1 class=\"h2-size\">Huduma za kabla ya kujifungua<\/h1><div class=\"description\"><h3>Care for pregnancy and the early days of parenthood<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"container-image\"><div class=\"image-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mariestopes.or.tz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/07\/240_F_1230824627_Z2otLuopsCT8kPCNbceru9Rsc8wXqRoF.jpg\" alt=\"240_F_1230824627_Z2otLuopsCT8kPCNbceru9Rsc8wXqRoF\" class=\"header-image\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMTkwIiBoZWlnaHQ9IjE2NCIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDE5MCAxNjQiIGZpbGw9Im5vbmUiIHhtbG5zPSJodHRwOi8vd3d3LnczLm9yZy8yMDAwL3N2ZyI+DQo8cmVjdCB5PSItMjYiIHdpZHRoPSIxOTAiIGhlaWdodD0iMTkwIiByeD0iOCIgZmlsbD0iI0VCRjNGQiIvPg0KPC9zdmc+DQo=\" class=\"rectangle first\" \/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMTg2IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjIzMyIgdmlld0JveD0iMCAwIDE4NiAyMzMiIGZpbGw9Im5vbmUiIHhtbG5zPSJodHRwOi8vd3d3LnczLm9yZy8yMDAwL3N2ZyI+DQo8cmVjdCB3aWR0aD0iMTg2IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjI1MSIgcng9IjgiIGZpbGw9IiM5RENERjAiLz4NCjwvc3ZnPg0K\" class=\"rectangle second\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div  class=\"alignwide wp-block-msi-blocks-breadcrumbs\">\r\n\t<h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class='breadcrumb' href='https:\/\/www.mariestopes.or.tz\/sw'>Nyumbani<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t<span class=\"breadcrumbs_delimiter\"> &nbsp;&nbsp;<svg width=\"6\" height=\"10\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 10\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\r\n<path d=\"M1 9L5 5L1 1\" stroke=\"#283573\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\r\n<\/svg>\r\n&nbsp;<\/span>\t\t\t\t<a class='breadcrumb' href='\/sw\/services\/'>Huduma<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t<span class=\"breadcrumbs_delimiter\"> &nbsp;&nbsp;<svg width=\"6\" height=\"10\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 10\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\r\n<path d=\"M1 9L5 5L1 1\" stroke=\"#283573\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\r\n<\/svg>\r\n&nbsp;<\/span>\t\t\t\t<a class='breadcrumb' href='\/sw\/services\/maternity-services\/'>Huduma za uzazi<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t<span class=\"breadcrumbs_delimiter\"> &nbsp;&nbsp;<svg width=\"6\" height=\"10\" viewbox=\"0 0 6 10\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\r\n<path d=\"M1 9L5 5L1 1\" stroke=\"#283573\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\r\n<\/svg>\r\n&nbsp;<\/span>\t\t\t\t<span class='breadcrumb'>Huduma za kabla ya kujifungua<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t<\/h3>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:31px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:70%\">\n<p class=\"has-font-msi-sp-font-family has-large-font-size\"><strong>From the early weeks of pregnancy, our antenatal care will help keep you and your baby safe and well.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting early and regular antenatal care is important for both your health and the health of your baby. As soon as you know you\u2019re pregnant you can start antenatal care with us.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column has-background-blue-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Wasiliana nasi<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send\/?phone=255755896996&amp;text&amp;type=phone_number&amp;app_absent=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Speak to us on WhatsApp<\/a> about our antenatal care package or <a href=\"mailto:bookings@mst.or.tz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tutumie barua pepe<\/a> to book an appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"mailto:bookings@mst.or.tz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">BOOK YOUR VISIT<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator alignwide has-text-color has-background-blue-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background-blue-background-color has-background is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-full has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"240\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mariestopes.or.tz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/07\/240_F_1501288072_Ipt9ZV9gCzGtoYbv5bQCxB24TtHIsALW.jpg\" alt=\"Pregnant woman having an ultrasound scan\" class=\"wp-image-2089\" style=\"border-radius:8px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mariestopes.or.tz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/07\/240_F_1501288072_Ipt9ZV9gCzGtoYbv5bQCxB24TtHIsALW.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.mariestopes.or.tz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/07\/240_F_1501288072_Ipt9ZV9gCzGtoYbv5bQCxB24TtHIsALW-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:65%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you can expect from our antenatal service?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Antenatal care takes place across 8-12 spaced clinic visits, finishing close to your due date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you get antenatal care with MSI Tanzania, you\u2019ll have frequent check-ups, screenings and exams. We\u2019ll give you advice on how to look after yourself, information on what to expect at each stage of pregnancy, and support with preparing for a positive birth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ll also invite you to join an antenatal group if you wish &#8211; here you can get advice on looking after yourself, and chat with other pregnant women about your experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mariestopes.or.tz\/sw\/contact-us\/\">Speak to us about antenatal care<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator alignwide has-text-color has-background-blue-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background-blue-background-color has-background is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your first antenatal appointment and beyond<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At your first appointment with us, one of our highly skilled medical team will:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Take your full medical history<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Test and treat any infections or conditions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Give you a due date, which is an estimate of when your baby will arrive<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>After this, your care will be tailored to you and your baby\u2019s needs, but each of your appointments will include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>An ultrasound so we can see your baby is doing well<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A check of your baby\u2019s heartbeat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A check of your physical and mental health<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Continued testing for any infections or conditions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prescribing vitamins, minerals, and any medication you might need to keep you both well<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advice on looking out for signs of complications at each stage of pregnancy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>During the final weeks of your pregnancy, we will discuss your hopes for your birth and help you create a birth plan, including your preferences about pain relief and who you want as your birth partner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send\/?phone=255755896996&amp;text&amp;type=phone_number&amp;app_absent=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WhatsApp us to book your antenatal package<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignleft size-full has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"540\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mariestopes.or.tz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/07\/360_F_1051429145_JHzPjIMWrCcun5ew7n7yVAilmUOY6zdE-1.jpg\" alt=\"Client in consultation with her doctor\" class=\"wp-image-2096\" style=\"border-radius:8px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mariestopes.or.tz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/07\/360_F_1051429145_JHzPjIMWrCcun5ew7n7yVAilmUOY6zdE-1.jpg 540w, https:\/\/www.mariestopes.or.tz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2025\/07\/360_F_1051429145_JHzPjIMWrCcun5ew7n7yVAilmUOY6zdE-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator alignwide has-text-color has-background-blue-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background-blue-background-color has-background is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-msi-blocks-accordion alignfull\"><div class=\"container-wide\"><div class=\"accordion-info\"><h3 class=\"title\">Frequently asked questions about antenatal care<\/h3><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-4 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-msi-blocks-accordion-item\"><div class=\"tab\"><label class=\"tab-label\"><div class=\"label-container\"><p class=\"text-label\"><strong>How does an antenatal ultrasound scan work?<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/label><div class=\"tab-content\"><p>An ultrasound uses a small probe which gives off high-frequency sound waves. You can\u2019t hear these sound waves, but when they bounce off different parts of the body, they create \u201cechoes\u201d that are picked up by the probe and turned into a moving image.<br><br>During an antenatal ultrasound, these sound waves help create an image of the inside of the womb so we can see the progression of your baby.<\/p><div class=\"services\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-msi-blocks-accordion-item\"><div class=\"tab\"><label class=\"tab-label\"><div class=\"label-container\"><p class=\"text-label\"><strong>How do I prepare for an antenatal ultrasound<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/label><div class=\"tab-content\"><p>Before having an ultrasound scan, we might ask you to follow certain instructions to help improve the quality of the images produced.<br><br>For an antenatal ultrasound, we will ask you to wear loose comfortable clothing that can be easily moved out of the way so we can get access to your belly. <br><br>We may also ask you to drink lots of water beforehand, as having a full bladder can help improve the clarity of the images.<\/p><div class=\"services\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-msi-blocks-accordion-item\"><div class=\"tab\"><label class=\"tab-label\"><div class=\"label-container\"><p class=\"text-label\"><strong>What can I expect from an antenatal ultrasound scan<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/label><div class=\"tab-content\"><p>Most ultrasound scans last between 15 and 45 minutes. There are different kinds of ultrasound scans, depending on which part of the body is being scanned and why.<br><br>Before your appointment, we will speak to you in more detail about the antenatal ultrasound scan and what to expect.<br><br>You may be told the results of your scan soon after it\u2019s been carried out. In some cases the images will need to be analysed and we will contact you a few days later or at your next appointment, if one has been arranged.<\/p><div class=\"services\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-msi-blocks-text-with-list-of-cta-links alignwide\"><h2>Related services<\/h2><div class=\"wrapper\"><div class=\"boxes-extended\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-msi-blocks-box-with-icon-and-link\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"icon\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mariestopes.or.tz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2023\/09\/a8faf7836849689a5c173137d4ebaec068ced370-1.png\" alt=\"a8faf7836849689a5c173137d4ebaec068ced370\" \/><p class=\"ctaLink\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mariestopes.or.tz\/sw\/services\/maternity-services\/delivery-services\/\">Huduma za uwasilishaji<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-msi-blocks-box-with-icon-and-link\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"icon\" 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