We understand that each pregnancy is different, and we are here for you
to do it your way. Whether this is your first pregnancy or your fourth,
we are excited to be part of your pregnancy journey. We’ve been
taking care of moms for generations and thank you for trusting us with
one of life’s most cherished moments.
During your pregnancy, you will have regular visits with your OB/Gyn provider
to help keep you and your baby healthy. Each pregnancy is different, but
typically you will have 10 to 15 prenatal visits, depending on the timing
of your first appointment. In most complication-free pregnancies, you
can expect the following visit frequency:
If you are a Medicaid recipient, you may be eligible for transportation
services.
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(225) 333-7473.
First Trimester
During your first trimester, you will have your first appointment to review
your medical history with your doctor and to determine your estimated due date.
What to expect at your first visit:
Blood pressure check
Blood work
Breast exam
Pap smear
Pelvic exam
Pregnancy test
Ultrasound
Urine screen
Weight
During your next following visits visit you will plan for
delivery day pre-registration and discuss prenatal genetic testing options for chromosome abnormalities.
Prenatal genetic testing can detect if your baby has certain genetic disorders.
The two main types of prenatal genetic tests are
prenatal screening tests and
prenatal diagnostic tests. Prenatal screening tests can tell you the chances that your fetus has
an aneuploidy and a few other disorders, and prenatal diagnostic tests
can tell you whether your fetus has certain disorders and are done on
cells from the fetus or placenta obtained through an amniotic fluid sample
or a placenta sample.
Second Trimester
During your second trimester, you will see your provider every four weeks.
Your provider will keep track of your baby’s development by measuring
your abdomen, listening to the baby’s heartbeat and checking whether
you feel any fetal movement, like belly kicks or fluttering.
Prenatal screenings will be done to detect genetic or chromosomal disorders.
You provider will also perform fetal ultrasounds to check on the baby’s
anatomy and the baby’s sex, if you prefer, and you’ll have
a series of blood tests to screen for gestational diabetes.
Third Trimester
You've made it to the third trimester, which means it's time to start thinking
about your
birth plan by pre-registering, packing for your hospital stay and selecting a pediatrician.
During your third trimester, your prenatal appointments will become more
frequent as your due date nears. You’ll likely be screened for Group
B streptococcus and your provider may discuss necessary vaccinations,
like a flu shot, tetanus or Tdap. Your baby’s position will be checked
to determine whether they’re headfirst in the uterus, bottom-first,
feet-first, transverse or oblique, which means the head is down but directed
at one of your hips.
