351-353 Pacific Highway Asquith, NSW 2081
Antenatal & Pregnancy Shared Care
At Asquith Doctors, experienced GPs provide compassionate, evidence-based antenatal and pregnancy shared care for women and families across Asquith and the Upper North Shore.
This shared-care model allows expectant mothers to see their local GP for most routine pregnancy appointments while continuing key hospital visits. It offers the comfort of familiar care with the reassurance of coordinated support from hospital maternity specialists.
What Is Antenatal and Pregnancy Shared Care?
Antenatal care refers to the ongoing medical care provided during pregnancy to monitor the health of both mother and baby. Pregnancy shared care is a collaborative approach where the GP works closely with hospital maternity teams, allowing patients to attend most check-ups at their Asquith GP clinic while hospital visits occur at important milestones such as ultrasounds or birth planning.
This approach combines the accessibility of general practice with specialist input when required, helping expectant parents feel informed, supported, and confident throughout pregnancy.
What to Expect During Antenatal Appointments
Antenatal appointments at Asquith Doctors are designed to be informative and supportive.
The GP will confirm the pregnancy, arrange initial investigations, and establish a plan for ongoing care.
As pregnancy progresses, visits typically include:
- Checking blood pressure, weight, and foetal growth
- Reviewing test results and discussing ultrasound findings
- Providing advice about diet, supplements, and physical activity
- Offering vaccinations recommended during pregnancy
- Discussing mental and emotional wellbeing
The GP may also help prepare for birth and early parenthood, offering practical advice about breastfeeding and postnatal recovery. New patients are encouraged to book their first pregnancy appointment before eight weeks to organise early screening and shared-care registration.
Why Choose Asquith Doctors for Pregnancy Care?
Many families in Asquith and surrounding suburbs choose Asquith Doctors for the convenience of local pregnancy care combined with the reassurance of hospital partnership.
The clinic’s GPs are experienced in women’s health and antenatal medicine, offering continuity of care from early pregnancy through to postnatal visits. Each consultation is unhurried, professional, and tailored to the individual — supporting both physical and emotional wellbeing.
With on-site pathology, accessible appointment times, and a central Asquith location, patients can manage most of their pregnancy care in one place. Coordination with nearby hospitals ensures test results, updates, and birth plans are communicated smoothly, creating a connected care experience for every family.
Fees and Medicare Rebates
Asquith Doctors participates in the Bulk Billing Practice Incentive Program, meaning most GP consultations can be bulk billed for Medicare-registered patients through MyMedicare.
Some extended or procedural appointments may attract a private fee. Patients are encouraged to confirm any potential costs when booking. Reception staff can also explain how Medicare rebates apply to antenatal and shared-care appointments.
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Book an Appointment Today
Asquith Doctors is a bulk-billing GP clinic for Medicare-registered patients.
Comprehensive, community-focused care for residents of Asquith, Hornsby, Mount Colah and surrounding suburbs. Book online or phone 02 9477 4400.