Elswick Family Practice
SC
Sevdalinka C. 2 years ago • From Google
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I am approximately 11 weeks pregnant and attended this practice during my fourth week of pregnancy to inform them of my pregnancy. They scheduled my first appointment for the 13th week. When I questioned whether this timing might be too late, I was told it was standard procedure. However, according to NHS guidance, the first midwife appointment should ideally occur before 10 weeks of pregnancy, as certain tests are recommended to be completed by that stage. I made multiple attempts to contact the practice by phone and email, but felt my concerns were not adequately addressed. I am uncertain about my baby's wellbeing and worry that important screening tests may not be performed at my initial appointment. Instead, I anticipate being given a separate appointment for ultrasound and testing several weeks later. My other pregnant friends have not reported similar experiences with their healthcare providers. I feel helpless in this situation and can only hope for the best outcome. I have also been experiencing persistent feelings of coldness, which may indicate a need for additional nutritional support or could suggest another underlying issue, but I have not received any testing or investigation into this symptom. I continue to wait anxiously for my first appointment, with another two weeks still to pass.
Janice S.