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During the pregnancy

You are pregnant! Congratulations! On this page you can read how TWB Youth Health Care can support you in this special phase.

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We are here for you during your pregnancy

When you are pregnant, a new phase in your life begins. Especially when you are having a baby for the first time, you have many questions. Then we are here for you. We are happy to tell you more about it. On this page you can read: 

  1. how we help you during your pregnancy: with guidance, a breastfeeding course and vaccinations
  2. where you can find reliable tips and information about your pregnancy
  3. frequently asked questions about how we can help and the answers to them
  4. where you can find our consultation centers

We are here for you during your pregnancy

We are here for you and your child. We help you prepare for your new role as a parent. And you can come to us for vaccinations that will protect your baby from infectious diseases from day 1.

Vaccinations

To protect you and your child, you can receive 2 vaccinations during your pregnancy:

  • the 22 week injection against whooping cough
  • the flu shot 

Both whooping cough and the flu can be dangerous for newborn babies. You can protect your child from these by getting vaccinated during your pregnancy.

Read more about vaccinations during pregnancy

Help to prepare for parenthood

Would you like advice on how to proceed once your baby is born? Or are there things in your life that may make it more difficult to raise your child well? We are here for you then too. For example, we will visit you once to answer questions you have. Or we will guide you from your pregnancy until the moment your child is 2 years old. Whatever suits you.

Learn more about parenting support

Breastfeeding help

Do you have questions about breastfeeding? Our lactation consultant is happy to help: 

  • Mail your question (Free)
  • Come to the breastfeeding consultation hour in fine art, Hoogerheide of Roosendaal (free, by appointment)
  • Make an appointment at one of our locations (€48,50)
  • Request a home visit (€125)

For questions, an appointment or a home visit, please email: [email protected]. 

You can also participate in the breastfeeding course.

Read more about the breastfeeding course

Vaccinations

To protect you and your child, you can receive 2 vaccinations during your pregnancy:

  • the 22 week injection against whooping cough
  • the flu shot 

Both whooping cough and the flu can be dangerous for newborn babies. You can protect your child from these by getting vaccinated during your pregnancy.

Read more about vaccinations during pregnancy

Help to prepare for parenthood

Would you like advice on how to proceed once your baby is born? Or are there things in your life that may make it more difficult to raise your child well? We are here for you then too. For example, we will visit you once to answer questions you have. Or we will guide you from your pregnancy until the moment your child is 2 years old. Whatever suits you.

Learn more about parenting support

Breastfeeding help

Do you have questions about breastfeeding? Our lactation consultant is happy to help: 

  • Mail your question (Free)
  • Come to the breastfeeding consultation hour in fine art, Hoogerheide of Roosendaal (free, by appointment)
  • Make an appointment at one of our locations (€48,50)
  • Request a home visit (€125)

For questions, an appointment or a home visit, please email: [email protected]. 

You can also participate in the breastfeeding course.

Read more about the breastfeeding course

Our offer is voluntary

As a parent, you can choose whether you want to use our care during your pregnancy. Our care is voluntary and your child is our priority. If you choose not to use our services, we will look together at how we can continue this.

In this image see the topics you can discuss with the professionals of the Youth Health Care. Together we discuss what is going well, where we can possibly support you and what suits you and your child/your family best.

Tips about your pregnancy on GroeiGids.nl

What should you pay attention to when buying a baby bed? How does your baby develop in your belly? What about recognizing your child if you are not married? For the answer to these and other questions, go to GroeiGids.nl. On this website you will find reliable advice about your pregnancy and the development of the baby in your belly. And you will find information that will help you prepare for the birth and the time afterward. 

Go to GroeiGids.nl

Question and answer

Should I get vaccinated during my pregnancy?

You don't have to. Whether or not you get vaccinated is entirely your choice. But we advise you to do so. With the 22-week injection, you protect your child against whooping cough. That can be very dangerous for newborn babies. And they themselves can only get the vaccine when they are 2 months old. If you get vaccinated during your pregnancy, your child will be protected from day 1. Until it is old enough to get the vaccination itself.

In addition, we advise you to get the flu shot if you are 15 weeks pregnant or more between October 1 and March 22. The flu can also have unpleasant consequences for newborn babies.

I would like to request a home visit. How do I do that?

You request a home visit by logging in to the parent portal My Child in Pictures. You log in here securely with your DigiD. Once you have filled out the form, we will contact you.

Are you unable to log in to My Child in Picture with DigiD? Then fill in our contact form in. We will then contact you.

How can I prepare for the arrival of my baby?

Op GroeiGids.nl you will find a lot of information about how to prepare for the arrival of your baby. Do you have questions or concerns that you would like to discuss with a professional? Then you can request a home visit. We will answer your questions in a personal conversation. Do you need more guidance due to your personal situation? That is also possible. You can read all about it on our page about help with preparing for parenthood.

Where can I find tips and advice about my pregnancy?

Op GroeiGids.nl you will find all kinds of information about getting pregnant and being pregnant. For example, about ailments. About healthy living during your pregnancy. And about all kinds of practical things. For example, what should you think about if you want to go on holiday during your pregnancy?

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Do you have a question? Ask it via the Parent Chat!

Do you have questions about your child's health? About parenting? Or about growing up? Ask your question to the youth nurse via the Parent Chat. A national team of youth nurses is ready to answer your questions. They are available from Monday to Friday from 8.30:17.00 to 20.30:XNUMX. On Monday, Tuesday and Thursday you can even chat until XNUMX:XNUMX. 

Please note! We cannot look into your child's file and unfortunately cannot make or change appointments.

Go to the Parent Chat