Antenatal (Pregnancy) Care
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING INITIAL FEES:
Your very first appointment to medically confirm your pregnancy is subject to our standard private consultation fee (85 euro).
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If you hold a valid Medical Card or GP Visit Card, this initial visit is free, however will count toward your allocated antenatal consultations provided by the HSE Maternity Scheme.
For your first appointment, we would strongly advise at minimum in getting a HCG blood test (50 euro). HCG levels check the viability and health of your pregnancy. If you have not had bloods in the past 6 months, we would highly recommend a full blood test looking at all parameters involving pregnancy (Standard blood test fee - Including administration)
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Free coverage under the HSE Maternity Scheme officially begins after your registration forms are completed and submitted at this first visit.
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Scheme Overview & Rules
Under the national Maternity and Infant Care Scheme, routine pregnancy care is co-managed between your GP and your hospital maternity unit.
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Your antenatal consults officially begin after the first consultation and relevant forms are filled in. Please familiarise yourself with the schedule below for your antenatal course.
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Pregnancy-Related Conditions Only: Free care applies strictly to routine pregnancy checks, and direct pregnancy complications ONLY. e.g. Diabetes / Hypertension
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Consultations for unrelated illnesses (e.g., Infections, skin issues, or injuries) will incur our standard clinic fee. Certification for illnesses will incur a charge according to our clinic's standard certificate fee (40 euro).
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Vaccines for flu and whooping cough are recommended between 16 - 36 weeks of pregnancy.
The vaccine itself is free and provided for pregnant women however this is subject to an administration fee (40 euro [Medical Card], (85 euro [Private]).
Workplace Rights: You are legally entitled to paid time off work for all antenatal appointments. You must provide your employer with two weeks' written notice before an appointment.
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Going Over Scheduled Appointments & Postnatal Care
What if I want or need more than 6/7 visits?
1. Medical Complications (Free): If you develop a pregnancy-related complication (e.g., gestational diabetes, pre-eclampsia, or high blood pressure), the scheme automatically covers up to 5 additional GP visits for free.
2. Personal Choice / Reassurance (Paid): If you wish to see the GP for your own reassurance or minor reasons without a medical complication, it is not covered by the scheme. Our standard private consultation fee applies.
• Postnatal Care (Included & Free): The scheme does not end at birth. It covers two vital postpartum follow-ups at our practice:
1. 2-Week Baby Check: A dedicated assessment focusing on your newborn's weight, feeding progress, and vitals.
2. 6-Week Mother & Baby Check: A full clinical review assessing your physical recovery, mental well-being, and infant development.​
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Click the button below to book an antenatal appointment with us.
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After the 6 week baby check, we would strongly advise applying for an under 8 GP VISIT Card with the HSE. Please click the button below for further information.
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