FIRST TRIMESTER

First Appointment

• Physical exam including pap smear if not done within last 6 months
• Baby's heart beat may be heard at 10 weeks
• Genetic testing as needed or desired Ultrascreen test done at 10-13 wks
• Blood tests
• Counseling and answering questions
• Make next appointment

Physical Changes

• Breast tenderness and fullness
• Nausea, vomiting and changes in appetite
• Fatigue
• Cramping in lower abdomen
• Bloating in mid-abdomen
• Increased need to urinate

Ultrasound

• Performed in first trimester only if problem identified
• Routine ultrasound scheduled at 18-20 weeks. May see if boy or girl.

Problems to Report

• Bleeding
• Abdominal pain or severe cramping
• Watery discharge or "leaking"
• Fever, chills or other illness
• Continuous vomiting
• Accidents or falls

Baby's Growth

• Embryo: 1-8 Weeks
• Fetus: 9-40 Weeks

Approved Medications for the following:

• Pain or Fever – Tylenol (Regular or extra strength) * No Aspirin or Ibuprofen
• Congestion or Allergy – Actifed, Sudafed, Benadryl, Tylenol Cold and Sinus, Claritan
• Heartburn – Tums, Mylanta, Maalox, Zantac, Tagamet, Pepcid AC
• Cough – Robitussin, Triaminic
• Nausea - Vit B6 50mg 2X daily, Peppermint or ginger tea
• Constipation – Metamucil, Colace, Surfak, Glycerin suppository
• Diarrhea – Kaopectate, Immodium

Learn More

There are many excellent books about pregnancy and maternity related issues.
“Countdown to Baby” by Susan Warhus, MD, Addicus Books, 1-800-352-2873