Pre-pregnancy consultation

What is a pre-pregnancy consultation?

A pre-pregnancy consultation (“kinderwensconsult”) is a one-on-one conversation with a midwife before pregnancy. We discuss your health, lifestyle, family history and any questions you have about getting pregnant.

At Femme, Helia handles pre-pregnancy consultations. You can come to her directly.

What we discuss

• Your cycle and ovulation
• Folic acid and vitamins
• Lifestyle: nutrition, exercise, alcohol, smoking
• Any medication and how it interacts with pregnancy
• Family medical history — any conditions to be aware of
• What to do if you don’t get pregnant within a year

For whom?

For anyone with a child wish, whether you’re just thinking about it or already trying. Particularly helpful if you have a chronic condition, take medication, or have had previous pregnancies that didn’t go smoothly.

Cost & insurance

Many Dutch health insurance policies cover the pre-pregnancy consultation, fully or partly, often through the additional package. Check your policy or ask us.