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Week 18: 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 18 18of 40 weeks

This week

Worth arranging now

  • Your mid-pregnancy scan window begins; confirm your appointment.
    NHS

Second trimester: your wider checklist

  • Compare birth houses before hospital units, then ask about doula support, photographs and classes if you want them.
  • These are planning ideas for this stage, not medical booking deadlines.

SA BANC Plus return visits for pregnancies without risk factors are around 20 and 26 weeks in this stage. SA Department of Health

Park Lane describes classes starting from as early as 20 weeks. Ask your chosen class provider about its schedule. Netcare Park Lane Hospital · published 2025

Coming up next

Prepare your questions for the scan and your 20-week care visit. SA Department of Health

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Sources

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