In our last blog – Part 1 of the Importance of Prenatal Care – Why Should You See a Doctor? – we looked at 10 reasons you should make sure to get early and regular prenatal care. If you didn’t read that post, be sure to check it out! For the tl;dr crowd, here’s the takeaway: Early and regular prenatal care improves the chance you will have a healthy pregnancy, and a healthy pregnancy is one of the best ways you can promote a healthy birth!
Now, let’s talk about when to see your doctor and what to expect during your visits. If you use a home pregnancy test to confirm your suspicion that you may be pregnant, call your doctor to schedule your first prenatal appointment as soon as you see that + test sign. You should schedule your first doctor’s appointment no later than 8 weeks after your first missed period. Here’s a look at how often you’ll see the doctor and what to expect when you get there.
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