Prenatal care with more time, support, and connection.
CenteringPregnancy® is prenatal care that combines your regular health check-up with extra time for learning and sharing. You’ll spend more time with your provider, learn about pregnancy and birth, and connect with other expecting moms—while still getting 1:1 time with your provider at each visit
UAMS is the only accredited CenteringPregnancy® program in the state of Arkansas.
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Why Patients Like It
- More time with your doctor and care team
- Same provider at every visit
- Regularly scheduled appointments that begin and end on time
- More confidence going into birth and caring for your baby
- Support from other moms going through pregnancy with you
- Moms say it’s fun!
What to Expect
- Groups start after the first trimester
- Monthly group visits (about 2 hours)
- 1:1 with your provider at each visit
- Led by your care team in a relaxed setting
Who’s in the Group
- 8–10 other mothers
- Partners or support people may join some sessions
Proven Benefits
- Less likely to have a preemieHigher breastfeeding rates
- More confidence making healthy choices
- No additional classes to prepare for breastfeeding or infant care
