OBGYN in Alpharetta, GA provides prenatal care

Regular visits to your OBGYN are an important part of pregnancy

OBGYN in Alpharetta provides Alpharetta, GA area women with prenatal care. Pregnancy is an exciting time in a women’s life, whether it is her first child or her third. But, it can also be a scary time. You want to be sure your baby is developing properly and may need assistance on the dos and don’ts of pregnancy. That’s where your OBGYN in Alpharetta comes in. Your OBGYN will provide you the prenatal care you need to keep you and your baby as health as possible.

What to expect at your first visit

When you realize you’re pregnant, one of the first people you’ll call is your OBGYN in Alpharetta. After all, you want to make sure you’re doing everything you need to be doing to keep baby healthy. Often, your OBGYN in Alpharetta will have you come in in about eight weeks after your first missed period. This first appointment can be exciting and overwhelming, so it may be a good idea to have a list of questions prepared.

At your initial prenatal appointment, your OBGYN in Alpharetta will check your vitals. This will include checking your weight, blood pressure, and heart rate. More than likely you will also need to provide urine and blood samples to confirm the pregnancy and for other tests. Your OBGYN will then perform an exam, including a pelvic exam and Pap Smear before working to determine your due date.

Once all the exam stuff is done, your OBGYN in Alpharetta will go over what you need to do to stay healthy. This includes putting you on vitamins, such as folic acid, as well as dietary restrictions and weight gain information for you.

Regular appointments will continue throughout your pregnancy

You’ll continue seeing your OBGYN in Alpharetta throughout your pregnancy. First once a month or so, then with increasing frequency the further along you become. These visits play a key role in keeping you healthy and checking the health of the baby.

Testing, such as a glucose test to check for gestational diabetes and an ultrasound to confirm the baby’s sex will also be done at these appointments. Your OBGYN in Alpharetta will guide you through your pregnancy and be available to answer any questions you have.

OBGYN in Alpharetta, Ga

Alpharetta, GA women who are expecting should make an appointment with Georgia OBGYN. Our dedicated team of OBGYN in Alpharetta, provide prenatal care and can continue your care even after you’ve given birth. Contact our office today to make an appointment. We look forward to meeting you.