What is the primary purpose of antepartal care?

The primary purpose of antepartal care is to monitor a pregnant woman's health and the development of the fetus. This comprehensive care involves regular check-ups that help to assess the well-being of both the mother and the developing fetus throughout pregnancy.

Monitoring includes tracking vital signs, evaluating laboratory results, and performing ultrasounds to confirm fetal development and growth. These assessments help identify potential complications early, allowing for timely interventions and support. The focus is on ensuring a healthy pregnancy, which lays the foundation for a safe delivery and a healthy newborn.

While assessing pregnancy risks and deciding on delivery methods is important, it is a component of the broader objective of monitoring health. Nutritional counseling and education about postpartum care are valuable services but are also considered secondary to the immediate concerns of maternal-fetal health management during pregnancy.