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Pregnancy check-ups: what to expect in each trimester
Regular antenatal visits keep you and your baby healthy. Here is what usually happens at each stage.
SwasthyaSetu Care Team
Reviewed by KNMC gynaecologists
28 Jul 2026 5 min read
Antenatal (pregnancy) check-ups help find and manage problems early. Nepal's national guideline recommends at least eight contacts with a health worker during pregnancy.
First trimester (weeks 1–12)
- Confirm the pregnancy and estimate the due date.
- Blood tests, blood pressure and weight.
- Start folic acid and iron as advised.
Second trimester (weeks 13–27)
- Anomaly ultrasound scan.
- Tetanus vaccination.
- Screening for diabetes of pregnancy if advised.
Third trimester (weeks 28–40)
- More frequent visits to check the baby's growth and position.
- Planning where and how you will give birth.
This article is for general information only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Please consult a doctor about your own health.