{"id":159589,"date":"2026-01-28T08:00:44","date_gmt":"2026-01-28T14:00:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/?page_id=159589"},"modified":"2026-07-10T09:02:57","modified_gmt":"2026-07-10T15:02:57","slug":"prenatal-care","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/pregnancy\/prenatal-care\/","title":{"rendered":"Prenatal Care"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"159589\" class=\"elementor elementor-159589\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-89a2784 hub-bottom-description elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"89a2784\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-94cd475\" data-id=\"94cd475\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2804e67 hub-text-link elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2804e67\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h1><b>Prenatal Care <\/b>Supporting a Healthy Pregnancy<\/h1><p>Prenatal care is one of the most important steps you can take to support a healthy pregnancy. Regular appointments allow healthcare providers to monitor your baby&#8217;s growth, track your health, and address questions as they arise. Consistent prenatal care helps identify potential concerns early and provides reassurance as your pregnancy progresses.<\/p><p>If you would like to return to the Pregnancy guide, <a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/pregnancy\/\">visit the Pregnancy hub<\/a>.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d7274f3 elementor-widget__width-auto elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"d7274f3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Pregnancy Topics<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0644ebb elementor-widget elementor-widget-shortcode\" data-id=\"0644ebb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"shortcode.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-shortcode\">\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"section\" data-elementor-id=\"159063\" class=\"elementor elementor-159063\" data-elementor-post-type=\"elementor_library\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-d2f7a27 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"d2f7a27\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-d8b5b5c\" data-id=\"d8b5b5c\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1467a0a home-post-left elementor-widget elementor-widget-jet-posts\" data-id=\"1467a0a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;columns&quot;:&quot;3&quot;,&quot;columns_tablet&quot;:&quot;2&quot;,&quot;slides_to_scroll&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"jet-posts.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-jet-posts jet-elements\"><div class=\"jet-posts col-row  jet-equal-cols\"><div class=\"jet-posts__item\">\n\t<div class=\"jet-posts__inner-box\"><div class=\"post-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/pregnancy\/pregnancy-terms\/\" class=\"post-thumbnail__link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"post-thumbnail__img wp-post-image\" src=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/04\/medical-terms.jpg\" alt=\"Pregnancy Medical Terms to Know\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"944\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/category\/pregnancy\/\" class=\"jet-posts__terms-link\">Pregnancy<\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__inner-content\"><p class=\"entry-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/pregnancy\/pregnancy-terms\/\" target=\"\">Pregnancy Medical Terms to Know<\/a><\/p><div class=\"entry-excerpt\">The world of pregnancy has it&#8217;s own language so it&#8217;s important to know these pregnancy medical terms. Be sure to&hellip;<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jet-posts__item\">\n\t<div class=\"jet-posts__inner-box\"><div class=\"post-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/pregnancy\/choosing-an-obstetrician\/\" class=\"post-thumbnail__link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"post-thumbnail__img wp-post-image\" src=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/04\/enchoosing-an-obstetricianesla-elecci\u00f3n-de-un-obst\u00e9trico-asociaci\u00f3n-americana-del-embarazo.jpg\" alt=\"Choosing an Obstetrician\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/category\/pregnancy\/\" class=\"jet-posts__terms-link\">Pregnancy<\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__inner-content\"><p class=\"entry-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/pregnancy\/choosing-an-obstetrician\/\" target=\"\">Choosing an Obstetrician<\/a><\/p><div class=\"entry-excerpt\">Tips on Choosing an Obstetrician An obstetrician, also commonly called an OB\/GYN, usually offers a variety of women\u2019s health services,&hellip;<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jet-posts__item\">\n\t<div class=\"jet-posts__inner-box\"><div class=\"post-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/pregnancy\/body-changes-during-pregnancy\/\" class=\"post-thumbnail__link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"post-thumbnail__img wp-post-image\" src=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/04\/breast_changes_during_pregnancy-e1486162893727.jpg\" alt=\"How Your Body Changes During Pregnancy\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1388\" height=\"734\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/category\/pregnancy\/\" class=\"jet-posts__terms-link\">Pregnancy<\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__inner-content\"><p class=\"entry-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/pregnancy\/body-changes-during-pregnancy\/\" target=\"\">How Your Body Changes During Pregnancy<\/a><\/p><div class=\"entry-excerpt\">It is no secret that your body changes during pregnancy. How many things change during pregnancy that you don&#8217;t see?&hellip;<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jet-posts__item\">\n\t<div class=\"jet-posts__inner-box\"><div class=\"post-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/pregnancy\/breast-changes-during-pregnancy\/\" class=\"post-thumbnail__link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"post-thumbnail__img wp-post-image\" src=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/04\/breast_changes_during_pregnancy-e1486162893727.jpg\" alt=\"Breast Changes During Pregnancy\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1388\" height=\"734\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/category\/pregnancy\/\" class=\"jet-posts__terms-link\">Pregnancy<\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__inner-content\"><p class=\"entry-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/pregnancy\/breast-changes-during-pregnancy\/\" target=\"\">Breast Changes During Pregnancy<\/a><\/p><div class=\"entry-excerpt\">There are breast changes during pregnancy you should expect almost from day one. Blame the hormones. As\u00a0 hormone levels increase,&hellip;<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jet-posts__item\">\n\t<div class=\"jet-posts__inner-box\"><div class=\"post-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/pregnancy\/boost-immunity\/\" class=\"post-thumbnail__link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"post-thumbnail__img wp-post-image\" src=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/boost-immunity-pregnant.jpg\" alt=\"How to Boost Immunity While Pregnant\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"300\" height=\"218\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/category\/pregnancy\/\" class=\"jet-posts__terms-link\">Pregnancy<\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__inner-content\"><p class=\"entry-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/pregnancy\/boost-immunity\/\" target=\"\">How to Boost Immunity While Pregnant<\/a><\/p><div class=\"entry-excerpt\">One of your biggest concerns right now is probably how to boost immunity while pregnant for yourself and your unborn&hellip;<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jet-posts__item\">\n\t<div class=\"jet-posts__inner-box\"><div class=\"post-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/pregnancy\/pregnancy-glow\/\" class=\"post-thumbnail__link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"post-thumbnail__img wp-post-image\" src=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/08\/enpregnancy-glowesel-resplandor-del-embarazo.jpg\" alt=\"Pregnancy Glow\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1000\" height=\"683\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/category\/pregnancy\/\" class=\"jet-posts__terms-link\">Pregnancy<\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__inner-content\"><p class=\"entry-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/pregnancy\/pregnancy-glow\/\" target=\"\">Pregnancy Glow<\/a><\/p><div class=\"entry-excerpt\">There are many physiological changes and common concerns that come with pregnancy such as nausea, fatigue, or swelling. However, the&hellip;<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"jet-posts__item\">\n\t<div class=\"jet-posts__inner-box\"><div class=\"post-thumbnail\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/pregnancy\/changes-in-your-body\/\" class=\"post-thumbnail__link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"post-thumbnail__img wp-post-image\" src=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/should-i-stop-drinking-coffee.jpg\" alt=\"Changes in your body\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/category\/pregnancy\/\" class=\"jet-posts__terms-link\">Pregnancy<\/a><\/div><div class=\"jet-posts__inner-content\"><p class=\"entry-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/pregnancy\/changes-in-your-body\/\" target=\"\">Changes in your body<\/a><\/p><div class=\"entry-excerpt\">\u201cFeeling fat lasts nine months, but the joy of becoming a mom lasts forever.\u201d \u2014 Nikki Dalton It is no&hellip;<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c84cf4b hub-text-link elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c84cf4b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>What Is Prenatal Care?<\/h2><p>Prenatal care includes the medical appointments, screenings, education, and support provided during pregnancy. Prenatal care supports both maternal health and fetal development.<sup>1<\/sup><\/p><p>These visits typically involve:<\/p><ul><li>Monitoring blood pressure<\/li><li>Measuring weight gain<\/li><li>Checking urine samples<\/li><li>Listening to the baby&#8217;s heartbeat<\/li><li>Measuring fundal height<\/li><li>Reviewing symptoms and concerns<\/li><\/ul><h2>When to Begin Prenatal Care<\/h2><p>Prenatal care should begin as soon as pregnancy is confirmed. Early care sets a strong foundation for the months ahead.<\/p><p>Early visits may include:<\/p><ul><li>Pregnancy confirmation<\/li><li>Estimated due date calculation<\/li><li>Medical history review<\/li><li>Discussion of medications<\/li><li>Initial lab work<\/li><\/ul><p><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/getting-pregnant\/pregnancy-tests\/\">Get guidance on which pregnancy test to use and when<\/a><\/p><h2>How Often Are Prenatal Appointments?<\/h2><p>While schedules may vary, a typical prenatal visit schedule includes appointments every 4 weeks until 28 weeks, every 2 weeks from 28 to 36 weeks, and weekly visits from 36 weeks until birth. High-risk pregnancies may require additional monitoring.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/pregnancy\/pregnancy-week-by-week\/\">Follow your pregnancy week by week to understand what to expect at each stage<\/a><\/p><h2>Choosing a Prenatal Care Provider<\/h2><p>Pregnant individuals may choose from obstetricians (OB-GYNs), family physicians, or certified nurse midwives. Choosing a provider involves considering your medical history, birth preferences, hospital affiliation, and communication style. The right provider should make you feel informed and respected.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/pregnancy\/choosing-an-obstetrician\/\">Learn how to choose the right prenatal care provider for your needs<\/a><\/p><h2>What Tests Are Included in Prenatal Care?<\/h2><p>Prenatal visits may include routine screening tests to monitor health and development. Testing helps identify concerns early and guide care decisions.<\/p><p>Common screenings include:<\/p><ul><li>Blood tests<\/li><li>Urinalysis<\/li><li>Glucose screening<\/li><li>Ultrasound examinations<\/li><li>Genetic screening<\/li><\/ul><p><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/pregnancy\/tests-to-support-your-pregnancy\/\">Explore prenatal screening and diagnostic options and what they involve<\/a><\/p><h2>Monitoring Physical Changes<\/h2><p>During pregnancy, your body changes significantly. Understanding these changes can reduce uncertainty and support self-care.<\/p><p>You may notice breast changes, skin changes, weight gain, changes in circulation, and musculoskeletal adjustments.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/pregnancy\/body-changes-during-pregnancy\/\">Explore what body changes to expect throughout each trimester<\/a><\/p><h2>Boosting Immunity and Staying Well<\/h2><p>Supporting your immune system during pregnancy is important. Vaccinations may also be recommended during pregnancy.<sup>2<\/sup> Discuss immunizations with your healthcare provider to determine what is appropriate for you.<\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/pregnancy\/boost-immunity\/\">Discover ways to support your immune system safely during pregnancy<\/a><\/p><h2>Communication During Prenatal Visits<\/h2><p>Prenatal appointments are an opportunity to ask questions and express concerns. No question is too small. Open communication supports confidence and clarity.<\/p><p>You may wish to discuss nutrition, exercise, symptoms, mental health, birth preferences, and work considerations.<\/p><h2>High-Risk Pregnancy Monitoring<\/h2><p>Some pregnancies require additional monitoring due to chronic health conditions, multiple gestation, maternal age, or previous complications. 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