GP Pregnancy Shared Care

Personalised pregnancy care, close to home and close to the people you trust.

Pregnancy is one of the most significant times in your life, and having the right care around you makes a real difference. GP Pregnancy Shared Care means your antenatal appointments are shared between your GP and your local hospital, so you get continuity of care from a doctor who knows you alongside the specialist support of a hospital team. It is a well-established model that works well for low-risk pregnancies and keeps your care local wherever possible.

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What to Expect

If you think you are pregnant or have just had a positive test, the first step is to book an appointment with your GP as soon as possible. Your GP will confirm the pregnancy, discuss your options for care and refer you to your chosen hospital if you would like to pursue shared care.

From there, your antenatal appointments will be scheduled throughout your pregnancy in line with the shared care schedule. Your GP will keep in close contact with your hospital team and make sure your care is well coordinated from start to finish.

We recommend booking a longer appointment for your first pregnancy consultation so your GP has enough time to cover everything properly. Please mention it when you book.

How We Help

GP Shared Care is an antenatal care model where your pregnancy appointments are divided between your GP and your hospital. Rather than attending all of your appointments at the hospital, you see your GP for many of your regular check-ups throughout the pregnancy. Your GP and the hospital team work together to make sure your care is coordinated and nothing is missed.
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Throughout your pregnancy your GP will monitor your health and your baby's progress, check your blood pressure and urine, review your test results and make sure you are feeling well and informed at every stage. Having these appointments with a GP you already know and trust can make the process feel much less daunting.
Your GP will refer you to your chosen hospital and coordinate your care with the hospital team. If anything comes up during your pregnancy that needs specialist attention, your GP will make sure you are seen promptly and that the right people are kept in the loop.
Pregnancy involves a number of routine blood tests and screening appointments at various stages. Your GP will explain what each test is for, arrange the relevant requests and talk you through your results in plain language.
Yes. Not all GPs can provide pregnancy shared care. They require extra training and credentials with local hospitals. Please speak with our reception team to find out costs.
Our support does not stop once your baby arrives. Your GP can provide postnatal check-ups for both you and your newborn, help with any concerns about feeding, recovery or your baby's health and provide referrals to additional support if needed.