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What tests do I need to do to confirm the pregnancy?

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A baseline blood and urine test. Once your urine pregnancy test is positive, it is best to get an ultrasound done 2-3 weeks after the missed menstruation. This ultrasound can confirm the well being of the pregnancy. It also provides an accurate EDD, the Expected Date of Delivery. The EDD is the 40th week of your pregnancy. It is an important date as the entire roadmap for the pregnancy is based on this EDD date. The EDD is most accurately determined at 8-12 weeks of pregnancy.

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How do I use a pregnancy kit?

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My home pregnancy test shows two lines, one very dark and one very faint. Am I pregnant or not?

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How do I choose the right doctor during pregnancy?

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Start with your friends' recommendations, talk to the doctor and see if there is chemistry. It depends on your preference. Many google for doctors these days.

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What screening tests are recommended for every mum during the first trimester of pregnancy?

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The screening tests are blood test to check for low blood count, blood group and screening for infection like Hepatitis B, Syphilis and HIV. Urine test is also done to exclude silent urine infection. Towards the 12-14wks of pregnancy, screening for Down’s Syndrome is usually done with scans and blood tests.

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Which important vaccinations should I take during the first trimester?

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Based on the Ministry of Health guidelines, the flu and pertussis (whooping cough) jabs.

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Which scans are recommended during the first trimester of pregnancy?

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Down’s Syndrome can now be screened before 14 weeks pregnancy. This consist of an ultrasound of the baby’s neck and nose as well as a blood test from the mother.

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How do I deal with an unplanned pregnancy?

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Depends on your support system, religion and your ability to care for your baby. If you are a single mother, there are support groups for you. Termination of an unplanned pregnancy in Singapore possible before 24 weeks of pregnancy.

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What is the law related to terminating an unwanted pregnancy?

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Once you are pregnant and the baby is alive, you are able to sign for the termination yourself regardless of age. If you are below 16, the doctor doing the abortion has the responsbility to report it to the authorities. You must go for counselling and wait for 48 hours before going for an abortion. You have to be a Singaporean as well.

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What are the options to terminate an unwanted pregnancy?

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