To calculate your estimated due date, bring the date of your last menstrual period and the date you think you conceived. And more: Here are additional questions you may ask.Can I meet any other providers who might be present at my birth?.Can I expect you to attend my birth, or will someone else be on call?.What are your views on weight gain during pregnancy?.What testing do you recommend? How do you support women to make informed choices about which tests to have?.What can I expect during my prenatal care?.Some questions you may wish to ask during your first visit include: If possible, bring your support person so that you both have a chance to ask any questions-no matter how silly you think they may be! Also, come prepared to review your medical and family history this will alert your provider to any medical issues that might require close attention during your pregnancy. Your first visit will be longer than other prenatal appointments.
Whoever your health care provider may be, their care should support your individual needs. If, at any point, you feel uncomfortable with your provider’s philosophy and approach, consider finding someone else.
While there are exceptions to every rule, in general, doctor visits are shorter and tend to focus on recognizing and responding to problems in pregnancy, while midwives offer longer visits and care that is centered on helping you stay healthy and avoid problems.
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