The health and behaviour of a pregnant mother have an impact on her child. Poor nutrition, smoking, alcohol consumption, some medicines, and serious illnesses can all slow down a baby's development. As a result, you should not only look after your own health throughout pregnancy, but also see your doctor for regular exams.This is antenatal care, and it is critical because it ensures that both you and your baby are healthy. All medical services associated to conception and delivery are included in maternity (or pregnancy) care, which includes:

• Prenatal Care
• After-Birth Care