Confirm at Sinsoe
Get a urine or blood pregnancy test with a female OB-GYN, in English. Published fees: ₩10,000 and ₩30,000 (June 2026; confirm).
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Prenatal Care in Gangnam, Seoul: your first steps in English
Prenatal care is the series of check-ups, scans and tests that look after you and your baby during pregnancy. At Sinsoe Women's Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, a female OB-GYN can confirm your pregnancy with a urine test (₩10,000) or a blood β-hCG test (₩30,000), from the published fee schedule (June 2026; confirm before your visit). Dr. Hong Hye-ri trained in maternal-fetal medicine. The clinic has no delivery ward, so if you plan to give birth in Korea you will need a hospital, and the English-speaking coordinator can advise.
Availability: Sinsoe offers pregnancy tests (urine hCG ₩10,000, blood β-hCG ₩30,000, published fees, June 2026) and Dr. Hong Hye-ri trained in maternal-fetal medicine, but routine prenatal visits are not confirmed and the clinic has no delivery ward. Message the coordinator on WhatsApp to ask what care is available for you.
- Pregnancy tests confirmed
- All-female doctors
- Maternal-fetal medicine training
- No delivery ward
- 4 min from Eonju Station, Exit 7
- ₩10,000 urine pregnancy test, published fee
- ₩30,000 blood β-hCG test, published fee
- 5 female doctors on one team
- EN English coordinator from booking to results
The basics
What is prenatal care?
Prenatal care starts as soon as you know you are pregnant. Regular visits check your health and your baby's growth, and catch problems early, such as high blood pressure, gestational diabetes or anemia.
A typical pregnancy includes an early scan to confirm the due date, blood tests, screening for chromosome conditions around 11 to 14 weeks, a detailed anatomy scan around 20 weeks, and a glucose test around 24 to 28 weeks. Visits become more frequent towards the end.
In Korea, prenatal care and delivery usually happen at the same hospital or maternity clinic. Choosing that place early makes the months ahead easier.
Confirmed at Sinsoe What Sinsoe can help with
- Urine hCG pregnancy test
- Blood β-hCG test to confirm and follow early pregnancy
- A consultation with a female OB-GYN
- English results and medical certificate
- Advice from the coordinator on where to continue care
Not available at Sinsoe
- Delivery. The clinic has no delivery ward, so you will need a hospital to give birth
Your pregnancy
A typical prenatal care timeline
General information. Your own schedule depends on your health and the hospital you choose.
| When | What usually happens |
|---|---|
| 4 to 8 weeks | Pregnancy confirmed with a urine or blood test, then an early ultrasound to check location and heartbeat. |
| 8 to 12 weeks | First full visit: blood tests, blood pressure, due date and choice of delivery hospital. |
| 11 to 14 weeks | Screening for chromosome conditions, such as a nuchal scan or blood test. |
| 18 to 22 weeks | Detailed anatomy scan of the baby. |
| 24 to 28 weeks | Glucose test for gestational diabetes, and anemia check. |
| From 28 weeks | More frequent visits to check growth, blood pressure and the baby's position. |
Get help the same day if you have:
- Bleeding with pain in early pregnancy
- Severe one-sided pain, dizziness or fainting
- Severe headache, vision changes or swelling later in pregnancy
- Fewer baby movements than usual
If it is an emergency, go to the nearest hospital emergency room straight away.
Your choices
Where to get prenatal care in Seoul
General information to help you plan. The coordinator can talk through your situation.
Maternity clinic or hospital
Most women in Korea have routine prenatal care where they plan to give birth, so care and delivery stay in one place.
Planning deliveryUniversity hospital
Recommended for high-risk pregnancies, such as twins, high blood pressure or past complications, with specialist teams on site.
High-risk pregnancy Step by step
Confirming your pregnancy in Gangnam
A simple, private first visit, with your results explained in English.
- 1 Message us in English On WhatsApp. Tell us the date of your last period and any symptoms.
- 2 Check in on 2F Bring your passport or Alien Registration Card.
- 3 Talk with your doctor A female OB-GYN asks about your health, medicines and past pregnancies.
- 4 Pregnancy test A urine hCG test, or a blood β-hCG test that can also be repeated to follow early pregnancy.
- 5 Next steps Your doctor explains your result. The coordinator can advise on hospitals for ongoing care and delivery.
Things to start now
- Take folic acid every day if you are not already
- Stop smoking and alcohol
- Check your medicines with a doctor before stopping or continuing them
- Write down your last period date
Urine or blood test?
A urine test tells you whether you are pregnant. A blood β-hCG test measures the exact level of the pregnancy hormone. Two blood tests a few days apart show whether the level is rising as expected in early pregnancy.
Your doctor tells you which test fits your situation.
Early pregnancy
Early pregnancy results explained
Your doctor explains what your test results mean and what to do next.
Positive test, no symptoms
A typical start
Your doctor advises when to have your first scan and where to continue care.
hCG rising slowly
Needs follow-up
Can mean an early pregnancy, a pregnancy that is not developing, or an ectopic pregnancy. Repeat tests and a scan help clarify.
Positive test with pain or bleeding
Same-day check
An ultrasound is needed to check where the pregnancy is. Go to an emergency room if pain is severe.
Negative test, no period
Look for other causes
See amenorrhea treatment for common reasons periods stop.
Expats & visitors
Being pregnant in Korea as a foreigner
Pregnancy in a new country brings many questions. Here is general guidance.
Insurance and support
If you have Korean National Health Insurance, ask your hospital about pregnancy support. Choose your delivery hospital early.
Confirm, then plan
Get a clear result in English and a medical certificate to take to your doctor at home or your airline if needed.
English documents
An English medical certificate is available (official fee ₩20,000). Ask the coordinator when you book.
Quick answers
Pregnancy in Seoul: common questions
Where can I get a pregnancy test in Gangnam with an English-speaking doctor?
Sinsoe Women's Clinic is at 537 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, a 4-minute walk from Eonju Station Exit 7 (Line 9). All doctors are female, and an English-speaking coordinator helps you from booking to results. Message us on WhatsApp at +82-10-9517-5719.
Does Sinsoe offer prenatal care?
Pregnancy tests are confirmed, and Dr. Hong Hye-ri trained in maternal-fetal medicine. Routine prenatal visits are not confirmed, and the clinic has no delivery ward. Message the coordinator to ask what care is available for you.
Can I give birth at Sinsoe Women's Clinic?
No. The clinic has no delivery ward. If you plan to give birth in Korea, you will need a hospital or maternity clinic, and the coordinator can advise.
How much is a pregnancy test in Seoul?
At Sinsoe, a urine hCG test is ₩10,000 and a blood β-hCG test is ₩30,000, from the clinic's published fee schedule (June 2026); confirm before your visit.
How early can a blood test detect pregnancy?
A blood β-hCG test can often detect pregnancy around the time of a missed period, sometimes a few days earlier.
What should I do if I'm bleeding in early pregnancy?
Light spotting can be normal, but bleeding with pain needs a same-day check. If pain is severe or you feel faint, go to an emergency room.
Can I fly while pregnant?
Most airlines allow flying in a healthy pregnancy until late pregnancy, but rules differ. Ask your doctor and airline, and carry a medical certificate if needed.
Can I get an English medical certificate confirming pregnancy?
Yes. An English medical certificate is available for an official fee of ₩20,000; confirm before your visit.
Ready when you are
Ask about pregnancy care in Gangnam, Seoul
Tell us your last period date and what you need. A coordinator replies in English and tells you what care is available.
Sinsoe Women's Clinic
537 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 06126, South KoreaEonju Station Exit 7 (4 min) · Yeoksam Station Exit 6 (5 min)
| Mon & Fri | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue, Wed, Thu | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |