So, what do you do when you find out you're pregnant?
I initially went for a private scan, I went to Ultrasound Diagnostics in Romford and I saw my little bean. They confirmed at that time I was 5weeks & 5 days, just a little too early to see the heartbeat but there it was.
They were so supportive and they gave me some packs which included information and prenatal vitamins.
I then needed to self refer to the hospital I wanted to have antenatal care, originally I'm from Manchester but work in London. It made all the sense to refer to the Trust I work at.
I got an appointment for a months time in July which was the booking appointment. This was where they 'confirm' your pregnancy but they don't scan you, they just ask questions on your background, fathers background, immediate family and then let you know the timeline of your appointments and assign you to a midwifery team.
My midwife was amazing and so lovely.
Because of a few issues which were highlighted, I was referred to some additional teams for support. I declared my history with Mental Health and because of the rocky situation I was in with my ex. Always always let them know what support you need because I couldn't imagine pregnancy would be this hard.
Family have been amazing and from the minute they knew, they have all stepped up and I couldn't be more grateful. I didn't wait until the typical 12/13 week goalpost before letting them know and I would advise anyone else, you need people around you.
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