Maternity care
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Welcome!

We are an accessible practice for pregnant women in Amstelveen and Ouderkerk. We combine warm, caring service with down-to-earth expertise.

Pregnant or trying to get pregnant?

Care that suits you

We pay attention to every stage of your pregnancy and offer space for flexibility and meeting other pregnant women.

We are a close-knit team of four experienced midwives offering personalized care. We hold daily consultations at one of our three locations.

You can visit us for centering pregnancy, high-quality medical ultrasounds, heartbeat consultations, information, and courses.

More about us

2nd month

illustration for month 1: we see a calendar and a brochure with a hand and a little baby on it

Your first appointment with the midwife is coming up soon: we'd like to see you around 8 weeks pregnancy for the intake and possibly an ultrasound. If you're worried, please call the midwife.

Your baby is now about 2 cm long (the size of a raspberry), weighs 3 grams, and is developing a skeleton. The first movements are starting, but you don't feel them yet.

Tip: Start thinking about childcare now. Waiting lists can be long.

1st month

illustration for month 1: we see a form to fill in and a pregnancy test

If you have a positive pregnancy test, you can register with us right away. We'll send you information by email and schedule your first appointment around 8 weeks of pregnancy. Many women feel nauseous or tired during this time.

Your baby is still tiny, about the size of an apple seed.

Tip: Feeling very nauseous? You will find helpful tips for nausea relief here .

3rd month

illustration at month 3: we see an illustration of an ultrasound scan and a heart with a heartbeat next to it

We offer a scan around 10-11 weeks. Would you like a 13-week scan? We can schedule that in advance.

Your baby is becoming more and more like a little person, even with some human traits. Chances are your child is already happily sucking their thumb and grabbing with their hands. Occasionally, for example, your child will grab the umbilical cord. This isn't harmful, it's well-protected by a jelly-like layer.

Tip: It's time to arrange maternity care.

5th month

Illustration at month 5: we see an ultrasound image with an icon for a man and an icon for a woman next to it

Your baby is a bundle of life, moving about two hundred times a day. Chances are you're starting to feel that movement now.

Around 19-20 weeks, you'll be offered a comprehensive ultrasound. This ultrasound checks for any visible physical abnormalities in your baby. Click here for more information about the 20-week ultrasound.

Tip: Are you not married? In that case, arrange your child's recognition with the municipality. More information about this can be found on the Amstelveen municipality website .

6th month

illustration at month 6: we see a woman's belly, she is clearly pregnant and we can see the baby in the belly

Your baby is starting to hear and can already get used to your voice. Sometimes your baby will respond to music or your voice by moving.

From 24 weeks, your baby is viable, but it is very important that he or she waits a while, as the development of the organs is important in the coming months.

Need a pregnancy course to prepare for childbirth? Check out our helpful links for tips.

Tip: Make an appointment at the child health clinic for the 22-week vaccination. The 22-week vaccination protects your baby against whooping cough, among other things, during the first few months after birth. Click here for more information.

7th month

illustration for month 7: we see a baby bed, a babygrow, a box and a pot of paint

Your child is increasingly developing their own personality and character. They already have a clear facial expression and occasionally make a grimace or furrow their eyebrows. If you pay close attention, you might also be able to detect a pattern in their movements.

Are you already thinking about whether you'll breastfeed or bottle-feed after giving birth? The Nutrition Centre provides clear information, including about your rights when you return to work. Click here to read more.

Tip: Want to prepare for breastfeeding? Lactation consultant Sanne Koeman offers an online course. You'll receive an email from us with registration information.

9th month

illustration at month 9: we see a woman's belly, the baby has already grown considerably, the belly is large

Another milestone reached: if your baby is born from week 37, you can give birth at home. It's a strange thought. Your child could arrive any moment now, but it could also be a good month away.

Want to read more about childbirth? This website has compiled information for you.

Tip: Remember that your due date is just a date. It's actually better to call it the "due period." Officially, a birth between the 37th and 42nd week is considered "on time." So, if your baby arrives after the due date, that's perfectly normal.

Postpartum period

illustration at month 9: we see a woman holding her hair and/or breastfeeding

Your baby is here! The maternity nurse will visit you daily to help you get started.

We'll also visit you a few times during the first week to check in on you and talk about the birth. Between the fifth and seventh day, someone from the Municipal Health Service (GGD) will also come to perform the heel prick and hearing test on your baby.

💡 We remain available if you are worried about anything.

4th month

illustration at month 4: we see a beginning pregnant belly, we can look into the belly and see a little baby of about four months old

Many women feel better now than in the first few months and have more energy. Your belly may already be starting to show. If you want to exercise, take a look at this page for advice on exercising during pregnancy.

Your baby is practicing breathing movements and is now about the size of an avocado (11 cm, 100 grams).

Tip: If you're curious about your baby's gender and can't wait until the 20-week scan, schedule a gender scan now. This is available from 14 weeks of pregnancy. Insurance doesn't cover this and it costs €50.

8th month

Illustration for month 8: we see a suitcase with a babygrow sticking out halfway. Next to the suitcase is a pacifier, and on the suitcase sits a white stuffed rabbit.

When you're busy, your baby is usually sound asleep. Your movements lull them to sleep. But just when you're ready to rest, the tables turn and your baby becomes active! You'll feel their arms and legs kicking against your belly, and sometimes you'll get a sharp kick against your ribcage. You can see this on the outside of your belly. Always call us if you feel your baby moving less.

Around 32 weeks, we'll discuss your delivery. If you'd like, you can discuss a birth plan with us. View a sample birth plan here . Would you like to give birth in a pool at home? You can rent a birthing pool from us, starting at 37 weeks.

Tips: Do you want to give birth at home, in a birthing center, or in a hospital? It's a good idea to check out the Birthing Center South or one of the nearby hospitals now. Pack your bag with items for yourself, your baby, and your partner, if applicable. Don't forget your ID!

A handy overview per month

There's a lot to take in once you're pregnant. That's why we've compiled a list of tips, important to-dos, and helpful links for you each month.

On this page of our site you will find an extensive list (grouped by topic) with links to even more information.

Prenatal testing

Centering pregnancy

Heartbeat consult

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