What happens in prenatal visits?
During the first few prenatal visits or in the first trimester: • Doctor will inquire about your health and family history including diseases, infections, operations, medical treatments, prior pregnancies, etc • Do a complete physical check up, which may include pelvic exam and Pap test • Take your blood and urine sample for medical tests • Measure your heart rate, blood pressure, height and weight • Calculate your due date • Answer all your inquiries and clear all your doubts • Give instructions about a healthy diet and lifestyle During prenatal visits in second or third trimesters: • Measuring blood pressure, heart rate and weight gain • Checking and measuring abdomen to check the baby’s growth • Measuring baby’s heart rate • Some medical or prenatal tests
