24hrs virtual and physical consultation and treatment. What is antenatal care? Antenatal care is a process whereby you receive professional care from healthcare practitioners during your pregnancy. You will be offered a series of appointments with a midwife, or sometimes with a doctor who specializes in pregnancy and birth (an obstetrician). They will check that you and your baby are well, give you useful information to help you have a healthy pregnancy (including health eating and exercise advice) and answer any questions you may have.