Netcare N17 Hospital hosted a free Pregnancy Awareness Day on Friday.
Unit manager sister Santie Steyn says their main objective is to give expectant mothers as much information as possible about the journey ahead.
“There are so many physical changes that occur at the same time during and after pregnancy.
“Sometimes it is a reality shock.”
She believes the more information the parents have, the better decisions they will make for the baby.
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“We brought in the 4D scan so the mothers can see their babies.
“It is a glimpse of what their precious babies will actually look like when they are born.”
The free 4D scan was part of the day’s activities for the expectant mothers.
Ntomfuthi Tshabalala says she has not had a scan for her pregnancy.
“I am so happy that today I got to see my baby.
“The 4D scan helped me see that this is a real person, even though I am only four months pregnant.”
Mabakwena Thobakae was also excited to have the 4D scan.
“At 32 weeks, I have had scans before, but none of them was so clear.
“I am very happy to see my baby properly.
“It was a great experience.”
Steyn says it is important to know what products are on the market and which ones are necessary.
“As a new mom sometimes you don’t know what to buy because there is so much out there.
“We have called these brands out to advise the mothers on what they actually need.”
The moms won prizes as well.
The hospital also runs antenatal classes.
For more information or questions call 011 365 1496.
