Title: Why is prenatal care important? | Health & Pregnancy - Sharecare
Headings: Why is prenatal care important?
Why is prenatal care important?
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Content: 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. Do a complete physical exam, including a pelvic exam and Pap test. Take your blood and urine for lab work. Check your blood pressure, height and weight. Calculate your due date. Answer your questions.