Äitiysneuvola
Äitiysneuvola, often translated as maternity clinic or maternal health clinic, is a public healthcare service in Finland. It provides free, comprehensive health and social services for expectant mothers, fathers, and their infants during pregnancy and the first year of the child's life. The primary goal of the äitiysneuvola is to promote the well-being of both the mother and the child, support a healthy pregnancy, and ensure a good start for the family.
Services typically include regular health check-ups for the mother, including monitoring blood pressure, weight, and urine.
Fathers are encouraged to participate in appointments and receive support as well. After the birth, the äitiysneuvola