Antenatal Information
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Pregnancy Due Date Calculator
To estimate your due date, you can use this very helpful calculator provided by the HSE
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Fetal Movements
A baby’s movements can be described as anything from a kick, flutter, swish or roll. Clck below for more information
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Ultrasound Scans
It is our policy here in Portiuncula University Hospital to offer two routine scans during your pregnancy.
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Our Classes
Classes are available to educate you and prepare you for your pregnancy, birth and transition to parenthood
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PUH Maternity Book
This booklet contains PUH-specific information that is a compliment to the national My Pregnancy book.
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My Pregnancy Booklet
My Pregnancy is filled with expert advice from health professionals in the HSE, including doctors, midwives, physio etc
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Vaccinations
The best way to protect you and your baby from certain diseases is to get vaccinated.
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Whooping Cough Vaccine
NIAC recommend all pregnant women receive a Pertussis vaccine between 16 and 36 weeks gestation
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Packing your Hospital Bag
Click here for a list of recommended items to pack in your hospital bag for both you and your baby.
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Innohep Injection Technique
Innohep is a blood thinner and may be prescribed for some women during or after pregnancy. Learn more below
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Labour Pains
Information for expectant parents and healthcare professionals on pain relief choices during labour.
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Parent Mental Health
Having a baby can be both a joyful and worrying time. Getting help early gives you and your baby the best start
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The Motherhood Programme
practical educational support to people who are pregnant, new parents, and their families and friends.
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Sepsis
Maternal sepsis can develop during pregnancy or up to 6 weeks after the birth, a miscarriage or an abortion
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My Health My Language
Offers healthcare information to migrants and protection applicants through videos translated into 17 languages.
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Teen Parents Galway
We know that becoming a parent can be challenging so we are offering support for all young mums and dads in Galway.
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Blood Clots During Pregnancy
Blood clots are more likely to happen when you are pregnant and in the six weeks after your baby is born.
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Traveller Women & Galactosaemia
Information for Traveller women on getting a simple blood test to see if your baby might have Galactosaemia or not.