German Prenatal Care Vocabulary418

Pregnancy is a life-changing experience, and it's important to be prepared for what to expect. If you're expecting a baby in Germany, it's helpful to familiarize yourself with some key prenatal care vocabulary.

Early Pregnancy
Schwanger (pregnant)
Fruchtblase (amniotic sac)
Embryo (embryo)
Fötus (fetus)
Mutterschaftspass (maternity record)

Prenatal Exams
Vorsorgeuntersuchung (prenatal exam)
Ultraschall (ultrasound)
Blutuntersuchung (blood test)
Urinuntersuchung (urine test)
CTG (cardiotocography)

Symptoms of Pregnancy
Übelkeit (nausea)
Erbrechen (vomiting)
Müdigkeit (fatigue)
Brustspannen (breast tenderness)
Heißhunger (food cravings)

Medical Interventions
Kaiserschnitt (cesarean section)
Dammschnitt (episiotomy)
Wehenförderung (labor induction)
Frühgeburt (premature birth)
Fehlgeburt (miscarriage)

Other Terms
Hebamme (midwife)
Gynäkologe (gynecologist)
Entbindung (delivery)
Stillen (breastfeeding)
Wochenbett (postpartum period)

Understanding Prenatal Care in GermanyIn Germany, prenatal care is comprehensive and covered by health insurance. Pregnant women are typically seen by a妇科医生(gynecologist) on a regular basis throughout their pregnancy. These appointments include physical exams, ultrasounds, and blood and urine tests.
Midwives also play a significant role in prenatal care in Germany. Midwives provide prenatal education, support during labor and delivery, and postpartum care.
If you're pregnant in Germany, it's important to find a healthcare provider who you feel comfortable with and who can provide you with the support and information you need to have a healthy pregnancy and delivery.

Additional Resources* [German Prenatal Care](/pregnancy/prenatal-care/prenatal-care-in-germany_10393768)
* [Prenatal Care in Germany: What to Expect](/pregnancy/my-pregnancy/prenatal-care-in-germany-what-to-expect/)
* [German Health Insurance for Pregnant Women](/de/healthcare/health-insurance/german-health-insurance-for-pregnant-women-106013/)

2025-02-06

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