Title: Prenatal Care: Why It Is Important | My Family Birth Center
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Loretta Shupe, CPM, RN, BSN
The Importance of Prenatal Care
What is Prenatal Care?
Minimize Risk of Complications
Ensure Proper Nutrition is Attained
Everyone is Different
How Often to Obtain Prenatal Care Visits
Proper Preparation and Information
Catch Problems Early On

Content: Prenatal care is the necessary medical care that a woman receives during pregnancy. There are many benefits to obtaining proper prenatal care. This care can ensure the healthiest pregnancy possible for the woman, as well as the fetus and future infant. These services ensure that the woman has all of the necessary information to care for herself during this time. Services during pregnancy can help minimize a wide array of complications and help to prepare the woman for the upcoming birth. Here at My Family Birth Center, we strive to provide all of the care that you need throughout your pregnancy. We offer complete women’s health services, so we can provide care for you even before your pregnancy begins. Minimize Risk of Complications
There are many complications that can occur when a woman doesn’t receive the proper prenatal care during her pregnancy. Studies have shown that there is an increased risk of babies being born at a low birth weight and a significantly higher risk of infant death when prenatal care hasn’t been obtained. Obtaining the best prenatal services can help to minimize the risk of complications and improve the health of the woman and the future infant.