Need guidance on norwegian health system and pregnancy!

[sarinamor]

Hi,

 

I found out that I'm pregnant and have no idea about what to do next regarding health services. Who should I contact first: my doctor or the midwife in the area? When is it that women should get their first pregnancy control? When is it that women get their first ultrasound? How often will I visit the doctor and/or midwife? Any guidance will be kindly appreciated!

[Anonym bruker]

Dear Sammu,

 

I am not norvegian, but have faced the same situation this september, so i can share my experiences regarding the topic, but i am not sure if that is the offical way:-)

I first went to my general doctor, who has made some exams regarding pregnancy ( blood, urine checks). He has given me the phone number of the local midwife (jordmor) who i needed to contact after.

At the beginning you must see a doctor or a midwife in every months regarding pregnancy check ups, on your own choice.

My doctor also arranged the first and only ( it might have changed since ) ultrasound at my first visit for the 18th week of my pregnancy.

Basicly if you have no problems you only see somedody ( doc. or midwife ) once a month, for urine, blood preause and general check ups.

Ginecologiest does not even need to see you if you do not wish.

I would advice you to ask your doctor about vitamine folid( folat) which is important to take from the beginning and at least at the first 3 months of your pregnancy.

May i ask where in norway are you, and from which country?

Please let me know if you need more info, i am living in Trondheim, on the 33rd week of my pregnency.

I am glad to be in your assistance.

Good luck.

:-)

Viktoria