Reviewed by: Dr. Priyadatt Patel, Senior Gynecologist · Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon · IVF and Endometriosis Programme Lead. Last updated: 26 May 2026.
Antenatal · Third Trimester
Third Trimester Care (Weeks 27 onwards)
Intensive surveillance to detect late-pregnancy complications, prepare for labour, and coordinate delivery planning.
Surveillance
Monitoring in the third trimester
Increasing frequency of visits – every 2-3 weeks until 36 weeks, then weekly. Blood pressure surveillance for preeclampsia, growth assessment, fetal movement tracking, and group B streptococcus screening at 36-37 weeks.
Preparation for labour
What to plan
Birth preferences discussed, hospital bag prepared, signs of labour reviewed, contact arrangements confirmed, and any planned interventions (induction, caesarean) scheduled with full counselling.
Red flags
Symptoms requiring urgent contact
Severe headache, visual disturbance, swelling of face/hands, severe abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding, ruptured membranes, reduced fetal movements, or any new concerning symptoms. 24/7 access for urgent concerns.
Common questions
Frequently asked
When is the baby considered full-term?
39-40 weeks is full term. Delivery from 37 weeks is considered early term; before 37 weeks is preterm.
How do I count fetal movements?
Most women feel a pattern emerge from 28 weeks. Track movements in a way that works for you. Contact us if you notice a significant reduction in movement pattern.
When should I go to the hospital in labour?
Strong regular contractions every 5 minutes lasting a minute (5-1-1 rule), ruptured membranes, vaginal bleeding, or reduced fetal movements – call us first and we will guide.
★★★★★5.0 · 282 Verified Google Reviews
Dr. Priyadatt Patel
Senior Gynecologist · Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon · IVF and Endometriosis Programme Lead
MS OBGyn · Pregnancy Care · Advanced Gynaecological Ultrasound · Fertility Preservation
ESHRE / ESGE / AAGL / ASRM guideline-aligned practice. 3D Karl Storz precision technique. Fertility-preservation-first philosophy. Evidence-based decisions, honest counselling, long-term outcomes orientation.
Endometriosis
Superficial to deep infiltrating, fertility-preserving excision
IVF & Fertility
Individualised protocols, ART Level 2 lab, transparent outcomes
Advanced Laparoscopy
3D Karl Storz precision, nerve-sparing technique
Pregnancy Care
Antenatal care, high-risk pregnancy, advanced ultrasound
Balaji Horizon Women Hospital
Science City Road, Ahmedabad 380060
Mon–Sat 11:00–20:00 · +91 97234 31544
Balaji Women Clinic (AEC)
Naranpura, Ahmedabad
Mon–Sat 08:30–10:30 · +91 70460 02566
