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Having a Child
In this guide, you will find all the on pregnancy planning, childbirth, postpartum, and the childhood period, presenting all the services the state provides in this sector.
- The process of becoming a parent begins with planning your pregnancy.
- Before giving birth, you need to prepare some things and documents before going to the hospital.
- After your child's birth, you need to get a birth certificate and register your child at the polyclinic.
- In early childhood, it is necessary to register your child in kindergarten and then in school.
- During pregnancy and childbirth, you will also have the right to rest and receive financial support.
You'll be introduced to everything your child needs, including kindergartens, school admission, local healthcare center registration, vaccinations, benefits, and much more.
Steps
When the Pregnancy Test is Positive
Step 1
Contact Your Family Doctor
Schedule an appointment online with your family doctor for a check-up. Your doctor will examine you and may schedule a consultation if necessary.
Step 2
Learn About Your Due Date
An ultrasound examination will be performed during the consultation to confirm the pregnancy and determine the due date.
If the pregnancy is confirmed, your family doctor will refer you to the women's consultation department. You will be registered there and receive prenatal care starting from the 12th week of pregnancy.
Step 3
Choose Your Pregnancy Doctor
Remember that you have the right to choose your medical facility and your doctor for pregnancy care. However, you must first obtain the required documents from your polyclinic (local health center) and family doctor. Then, you can select a doctor from any clinic for pregnancy care.
Visits, Examinations, and Tests
What to Expect During Pregnancy?
You should visit the doctor managing your pregnancy at the following intervals:
- 1 visit before the 12th week of pregnancy
- 2 visits in the 2nd trimester
- 5 visits in the 3rd trimester
Additional visits will be made as necessary and as directed by your doctor.
Medical Concerns During Pregnancy
If you experience any of the following signs or symptoms, you should contact your doctor immediately, regardless of the date of your next scheduled visit.
What to Bring When Going to the Maternity Hospital?
Preparing for Childbirth
Start preparing for childbirth a few weeks in advance. Pack the necessary items for you and your baby, along with all the required documents listed below.
Paternity Acknowledgment
Polyclinic Registration
How to register a child at a polyclinic:
- Present the certificate confirming the child's birth (provided by the maternity hospital) to the polyclinic of your choice.
- A doctor will be assigned to the child at the polyclinic.
- After filling in the necessary data, the doctor will register the child at the polyclinic and later make a home visit to register the child’s current data.
- After registering the child at the polyclinic, the doctor will constantly contact you to take appropriate measures in case of any issues related to the child’s health.
Annual Medical Checkup
Annual medical check-ups are very important for a child's health. They allow you to identify and prevent diseases and health problems at the earliest possible stage.
Doctors recommend that you undergo a preventive medical examination at least once a year: the absence of complaints does not mean there are no health problems. Symptoms of diseases can appear much later, so be consistent with your and your child's health.
Kindergarten Registration
You can register your child online for a state kindergarten after they turn two years old, up to and including December 31st of the given year.
Please note that state kindergartens in Armenia are free.
