6-12 Weeks
The information contained herein is not all inclusive. If you experience any difficulties or have other concerns, please contact your physician or go to L&D or to the nearest ER.
This visit
You will have a complete examination by your physician.
Prenatal labs will be performed.
An ultrasound will be performed at this visit to
verify dates, confirm the number of baby(ies), and
check the heart beat.
A subsequent ultrasound will be performed at
18-20 weeks to verify that the baby is anatomically
normal. If you wish, you can also ask the baby’s sex
at this time. It is o.k. to videotape the procedure,
please bring a VHS tape.
Your baby
Your baby clearly looks human by the end of 12weeks!
By the end of 12 weeks, the majority of your
baby’s organs will have formed and will continue to
develop during the remainder of the pregnancy.
Size: about 3 inches long and about 1 oz. in weight
at the end of the 12 weeks.
The heart will begin to beat around 5-6 weeks.
A normal heart rate for the baby during pregnancy
is 120-160 beats/minute.
Baby can squint, frown, open and shut its mouth,
turn its head, make a fist and kick.However, you will not be
able to feel these movements yet.
Your body
The following symptoms are typical:
Feeling tired. Your energy level will improve
around 14-16 weeks of pregnancy. Listen to your
body for now.
Breast tenderness. This will also improve around
14-16 weeks of pregnancy.
Increased vaginal discharge. It can range from
clear to white, thick or thin. If a foul odor, itching or
significant leaking develop, notify your physician.
Mood swings, crying easily, difficulty concentrating.
Mild, menstrual like cramping.
Dizziness. Eat frequently, drink lots of fluids, stand
up slowly. When an episode occurs, sit down immediately
and put your head between your knees.
Vaginal spotting. If only a small amount of
spotting occurs, notify your physician the next
working day. If you are bleeding heavily
(soaking a pad every 20-30 minutes), go to
the ER.
Nausea/vomiting – try small frequent meals,
ginger, or the combo of vitamin B6 25mg three
times/day and Unisom ˝ tablet twice a day. This
may make you sleepy.
Sexual activity is safe during pregnancy unless your
physician orders otherwise. Some spotting and
cramping after intercourse is normal.
Next visit
Your next scheduled visit will be in 4 weeks.
You will need to have monthly visits until 32 weeks then visits every 2 weeks until 36 weeks with weekly visits thereafter.
If you have any pregnancy related complications, your visit frequency will likely increase.
You will have lab work done/offered at 16-20 weeks (maternal serum screening), at 26-30 weeks (diabetes and anemia screening) and at 35-37 weeks (group B strep screening). We will discuss these at the appropriate visits.
For the partner
You may have mixed emotions about the
pregnancy: Pride but also worries about being a father - emotionally and financially.
You may also worry about the changes in your relationship with your partner and concerns about possible harm to your partner during her pregnancy and labor.
Be sure to communicate with your partner and express your concerns with the doctor caring for your partner and child
Pregnancy tips
Exercise is recommended - at least 30 minutes of low impact aerobic activity such as walking, low impact aerobics, swimming 3 times/week. Be careful of winter sports, horseback riding, water sports and ATV riding. If there is a lot of “jarring” involved, it is probably unwise to participate.
Weight gain of 25-30 lbs. is normal. If you are
overweight, your goal should instead be 15-20 lbs; if underweight 30-35 lbs. You only need about 300 calories/day extra.
Nutrition - eat a well balanced diet as you feel better. Do not eat any raw meats (i.e. sushi) and limit fish intake to no more than 12 oz/week. Shark, swordfish and mackerel should be avoided altogether due to mercury risks.
It is safe to dye your hair after 12-14 weeks
pregnancy.
Be careful with care of cats and reptiles due to possible infections.
Medications which are safe to take include
Tylenol, Sudafed, Robitussin, Claritin, Benadryl, Chlortrimeton, throat lozenges, TUMS, Mylanta, Colace, Preparation H, Anusol, Tucks. Use the medications as directed on the bottle.
A helpful book is: “What to Expect When You’re Expecting”.
Take a prenatal vitamin daily (if you can tolerate it). Over the counter prenatal vitamins or multivitamins are just as good as prescription vitamins and cost less.
Supplement with extra calcium - ensure that you are getting at least 1000-1200 mg/day.
If you are a smoker, please stop smoking!! Smokers have a much higher risk of complications during pregnancy and risks to their child after delivery!!
Your next scheduled visit will be in 4 weeks.
You will need to have monthly visits until 32 weeks then visits every 2 weeks until 36 weeks with weekly visits thereafter.
If you have any pregnancy related complications, your visit frequency will likely increase.
You will have lab work done/offered at 16-20 weeks (maternal serum screening), at 26-30 weeks (diabetes and anemia screening) and at 35-37 weeks (group B strep screening). We will discuss these at the appropriate visits.
For the partner
You may have mixed emotions about the
pregnancy: Pride but also worries about being a father - emotionally and financially.
You may also worry about the changes in your relationship with your partner and concerns about possible harm to your partner during her pregnancy and labor.
Be sure to communicate with your partner and express your concerns with the doctor caring for your partner and child
Pregnancy tips
Exercise is recommended - at least 30 minutes of low impact aerobic activity such as walking, low impact aerobics, swimming 3 times/week. Be careful of winter sports, horseback riding, water sports and ATV riding. If there is a lot of “jarring” involved, it is probably unwise to participate.
Weight gain of 25-30 lbs. is normal. If you are
overweight, your goal should instead be 15-20 lbs; if underweight 30-35 lbs. You only need about 300 calories/day extra.
Nutrition - eat a well balanced diet as you feel better. Do not eat any raw meats (i.e. sushi) and limit fish intake to no more than 12 oz/week. Shark, swordfish and mackerel should be avoided altogether due to mercury risks.
It is safe to dye your hair after 12-14 weeks
pregnancy.
Be careful with care of cats and reptiles due to possible infections.
Medications which are safe to take include
Tylenol, Sudafed, Robitussin, Claritin, Benadryl, Chlortrimeton, throat lozenges, TUMS, Mylanta, Colace, Preparation H, Anusol, Tucks. Use the medications as directed on the bottle.
A helpful book is: “What to Expect When You’re Expecting”.
Take a prenatal vitamin daily (if you can tolerate it). Over the counter prenatal vitamins or multivitamins are just as good as prescription vitamins and cost less.
Supplement with extra calcium - ensure that you are getting at least 1000-1200 mg/day.
If you are a smoker, please stop smoking!! Smokers have a much higher risk of complications during pregnancy and risks to their child after delivery!!
Pregnancy Information
OGDEN WOMEN'S CLINIC
OGDEN WOMEN'S CLINIC
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4403 Harrison Blvd. Suite 4650
Ogden, Utah 84403
(801) 387-4400
Ogden, Utah 84403
(801) 387-4400
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Ogden Women's Clinic 4403 Harrison Blvd. Suite 4650 Ogden, Utah 84403 (801) 387-4400
Ogden Women's Clinic 4403 Harrison Blvd. Suite 4650 Ogden, Utah 84403 (801) 387-4400