Mama Mia!
Ok ladies I'm warning you I have no children whatsoever; but I do believe insight from anywhere can be helpful no matter the situation! With that being said I'm definitely going to be getting some help in this department from some wonderful women in my life, I plan on sharing their stories with y'all.
Your Pregnant!
So two pink lines came back! How exciting and welcome to motherhood! I bet your wondering "What do I do now?" Well the answer is call your OB/GYN and give him/her the news! Now that you've got your first appointment set up head on over to the pharmacy and pick up your pre-natals your going to need them and its very important that you get them A.S.A.P. your body needs the different vitamins that they offer. Oh! They also make your hair, nails, and skin look Fabulous!
So two pink lines came back! How exciting and welcome to motherhood! I bet your wondering "What do I do now?" Well the answer is call your OB/GYN and give him/her the news! Now that you've got your first appointment set up head on over to the pharmacy and pick up your pre-natals your going to need them and its very important that you get them A.S.A.P. your body needs the different vitamins that they offer. Oh! They also make your hair, nails, and skin look Fabulous!
Pregnancy Checklist
First Trimester
1. Choose a healthcare provider.
2.Check into health insurance.
3.Pre-natal Vitamins
4. Consult your doctor about the medicines you're already taking.
5.If you smoke quit!
6. No alcohol drinking!
7. Cut down on caffeine
8. Eat Healthier
9. Relive morning sickness.
10, Get to bed a little earlier.
Second Trimester
1. Start shopping for Maternity clothes.
2.Decide weather or not to hire a Labor Coach
3. Moisturize that belly.
4.Plan some adult time.
5. Decide weather you want to know the baby's sex or not.
6. Make a dream journal/ log.
7. Think about child birth classes.
8. Do some financial planning.
9. Think about childcare.
10.Start doing Kegel exercises
Third Trimester
1. Keep track of baby's movement.
2. Prepare for breast feeding.
3. Pick a Pediatrician.
4. Start shopping for baby clothes/ nursery.
5. Grab baby gadgets.
6. Talk to your baby.
7.Know the signs of labor.
8. Write a birth plan.
9. Maternity Photos
10. Pack your bags.
First Trimester
1. Choose a healthcare provider.
2.Check into health insurance.
3.Pre-natal Vitamins
4. Consult your doctor about the medicines you're already taking.
5.If you smoke quit!
6. No alcohol drinking!
7. Cut down on caffeine
8. Eat Healthier
9. Relive morning sickness.
10, Get to bed a little earlier.
Second Trimester
1. Start shopping for Maternity clothes.
2.Decide weather or not to hire a Labor Coach
3. Moisturize that belly.
4.Plan some adult time.
5. Decide weather you want to know the baby's sex or not.
6. Make a dream journal/ log.
7. Think about child birth classes.
8. Do some financial planning.
9. Think about childcare.
10.Start doing Kegel exercises
Third Trimester
1. Keep track of baby's movement.
2. Prepare for breast feeding.
3. Pick a Pediatrician.
4. Start shopping for baby clothes/ nursery.
5. Grab baby gadgets.
6. Talk to your baby.
7.Know the signs of labor.
8. Write a birth plan.
9. Maternity Photos
10. Pack your bags.
Choosing your Doctor
Picking your provider can be a tough decision considering your trusting them with you and your baby. Don't just pick a doctor and just go with him/ her. You and your baby should receive the best of care. There are a few things your going to want to look at such as...
Insurance is very important since it is how the doctor is paid unless you are whats called self-pay, Self-pay is paying out of pocket for your pregnancy and can be very expensive and there are some doctors who don't accept self-pay patients so be careful if you catch yourself in that situation. If you do have insurance that your doctor accepts that's fantastic! Also be sure to check your deductible those can be very high.
Next would be deciding on if you want a male or female doctor. I know that there are some women who just won't go to a man. Personally it makes no difference to me as long as I'm well taken care of. If you do choose a male doctor just know that a nurse will always be present during appointments with exams.
You will want to decide on your hospital preferences. Make sure your doctor has privileges at that hospital because if not your doctor won't be the one delivering your baby and you wouldn't want that.
Convenience also should play a big factor in who you choose especially if you live in a rural area. If you choose a doctor that's a pretty good trip from where you live be prepared for any issues that may arise since you'll be visiting the office pretty often anyway.
Do you want to use a sole practitioner or a large practice? There are definitely pros and cons to each choice. For example: if you choose a sole practitioner your doctor and you will get to know each other very well and he/she will be familiar with your case, but when it comes to delivery time you may have someone who you don't know delivering your baby if your doctor can't make it. In a larger practice it will always be busy and you may not get to see the same doctor each time but when it comes to delivery if your doctor can't be there it will be someone you've at least met.
Do some investigating by that I don't mean stalk your doctor, but do ask your friend and family's opinion they'll feel included. Just remember all that matters in the end is what you think and if you love the doctor stick with them.
Picking your provider can be a tough decision considering your trusting them with you and your baby. Don't just pick a doctor and just go with him/ her. You and your baby should receive the best of care. There are a few things your going to want to look at such as...
Insurance is very important since it is how the doctor is paid unless you are whats called self-pay, Self-pay is paying out of pocket for your pregnancy and can be very expensive and there are some doctors who don't accept self-pay patients so be careful if you catch yourself in that situation. If you do have insurance that your doctor accepts that's fantastic! Also be sure to check your deductible those can be very high.
Next would be deciding on if you want a male or female doctor. I know that there are some women who just won't go to a man. Personally it makes no difference to me as long as I'm well taken care of. If you do choose a male doctor just know that a nurse will always be present during appointments with exams.
You will want to decide on your hospital preferences. Make sure your doctor has privileges at that hospital because if not your doctor won't be the one delivering your baby and you wouldn't want that.
Convenience also should play a big factor in who you choose especially if you live in a rural area. If you choose a doctor that's a pretty good trip from where you live be prepared for any issues that may arise since you'll be visiting the office pretty often anyway.
Do you want to use a sole practitioner or a large practice? There are definitely pros and cons to each choice. For example: if you choose a sole practitioner your doctor and you will get to know each other very well and he/she will be familiar with your case, but when it comes to delivery time you may have someone who you don't know delivering your baby if your doctor can't make it. In a larger practice it will always be busy and you may not get to see the same doctor each time but when it comes to delivery if your doctor can't be there it will be someone you've at least met.
Do some investigating by that I don't mean stalk your doctor, but do ask your friend and family's opinion they'll feel included. Just remember all that matters in the end is what you think and if you love the doctor stick with them.