In this episode, we break down how to take a safe, structured obstetric history.

Obstetric histories can feel overwhelming — you’re assessing both the mother and the baby, while also screening for potentially life-threatening complications. This episode gives you a clear structure to stay safe in exams and clinical practice.

We cover:

• How to structure the presenting complaint
• Characterising bleeding, pain and discharge
• Reduced fetal movements
• Head-to-toe maternal screening
• Current pregnancy history (scans, screening, complications)
• Past obstetric history
• Medical and medication history in pregnancy
• Vaccines and supplements (folic acid)
• Social history and safeguarding
• Key red flags (pre-eclampsia, abruption, PE, DVT, sepsis)
• When to escalate urgently

This episode is ideal for:

• Medical students

• OSCE preparation

• Obstetrics & gynaecology placements

• GP and emergency medicine rotations

• Foundation doctors

A clear structure keeps you safe — both in exams and in real clinical settings.