Part of our job is helping you know what to expect. At your first prenatal appointment, you and your provider will have a conversation centered on your experience and expectations which may include:

1) Reviewing the typical schedule of appointments. As you approach your due date, you will see your caregiver more often. This schedule may change based on your unique circumstances.
Trimester 1: monthly appointments
Trimester 2: transition from appointments every month to every 2 weeks
Trimester 3: transition from appointments every 2 weeks to weekly appointments

2) Education regarding:

• Typical symptoms and how to manage
• What to expect between now and the next appointment
• Infant feeding
• Prenatal nutrition and activity
• Hospital selection, tours, and pre-registration
• Prenatal classes
• Labor expectations and developing a birth preferences list

3) Discussion of any concerns you are having

4) Reviewing options for genetic screening

5) Performing routine blood testing

6) Helping you register for the patient portal, where you will be able to view test results and pay your bills.