- Goals for ANC vary depending on the timing of the visit/ duration of pregnancy
- In normal (uncomplicated) pregnancies, aim for at least 4 routine visits as follows:
ANTENATAL VISIT WEEK OF PREGNANCY 1st ≤20 2nd 20–28 3rd 28–36 4th >36 - If a woman comes for first ANC later than the 1st trimester, combine and attend to the preceding goals
- At all visits: Address identified problems, check blood pressure, and measure the symphysio-fundal height (SFH) and foetal heart activity
- Encourage the woman to bring her partner or a family member to at least one visit
- Check for HIV sero-status; test if not tested or repeat test if the last test was over 3 months ago
- Encourage couple testing and disclosure with good counselling
- For all HIV sero-positive pregnant women, ensure that the mother is counselled and started on ART for life
(Option B+)