The nurse or health worker has an important role in providing antenatal advice to pregnant women and promoting the health of both mother and fetus. Antenatal care begins as early as possible in pregnancy and includes regular health assessment, health education, counselling, prevention of complications and timely referral. The nurse acts as an important link between the pregnant woman, family and health-care system. The nurse should encourage every pregnant woman to register her pregnancy early and attend regular antenatal check-ups. During each visit, the nurse monitors weight, blood pressure, pulse, pallor, oedema and other signs of pregnancy complications. She should ensure appropriate investigations such as haemoglobin, blood group, urine examination, blood sugar and other tests according to the recommended antenatal schedule. The nurse also explains the importance of ultrasound and other examinations when advised by the medical practitioner. Nutrition education is a major component of antenatal counselling. The nurse