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Week 12: what to book in Johannesburg

One small checklist for this week. These planning suggestions use published schedules; your midwife or gynae will set your own dates.

Checked on 2026-10-07 · General information, not medical advice.

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Pregnancy bump at week 12 12of 40 weeks

This week

Worth arranging now

  • Bring your questions about screening to your scan appointment.
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First trimester: your wider checklist

  • Browse midwives first if you are considering midwife-led care, then gynaes and scan clinics.
  • Keep your appointment dates, referrals and quotes together.

SA guidance recommends an early booking visit, preferably before 14 weeks. Individual care plans may differ. SA Department of Health

Coming up next

If your first visit is still unbooked, contact your care team now. SA Department of Health

Week 13 →

Sources

Checked on 2026-10-07. Published details can change; confirm them before you book.