Title: Why is prenatal care important? | Health & Pregnancy - Sharecare
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Why is prenatal care important?
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Content: Why is prenatal care important? | Health & Pregnancy - Sharecare
Why is prenatal care important? Dr. Jeanne Morrison, PhD on behalf of Sigma Nursing
Family Practitioner
Prenatal care is important to: Provide education about healthy behaviors during pregnancy. Monitor maternal and fetal wellbeing throughout the pregnancy. Detect early signs of potential complications of the pregnancy. Provide anticipatory guidance to the woman and family. Riverside Women's Health
During the first prenatal visit, you can expect your doctor to: Ask about your health history including diseases, operations or prior pregnancies. Ask about your family's health history.