First prenatal appointments?

dapperbuttercup

When are your first appointments? Mine is January 30th and trying to not stare at the calendar wishing it would get here sooner! 

This is my first pregnancy so nervous but excited. 

iiridescenti

We haven't booked one yet cause last time we ended up having to cancel it after finding out we miscarried. This time we want to wait until we feel a little more confident but we do have weekly ultrasounds at the IVF clinic. This will also be my first child if all goes well!

jennaverhaeghe

I just booked a phone appointment with my doctor on Feb.1. Just want to get a req form for a dating ultrasound. Will be 8 weeks then. 

songsboutjane

1st pregnancy as well and I’m scheduled for 01/10. I should be about 6 weeks and 3 days by then. Excited and very nervous!!

runningyogimama

Since I got pregnant immediately following a MC, my OB is having me do bloodwork first and hasn’t had me schedule a first appt yet. Her office normally does 8-10 weeks, but I was seen at 7 weeks last time since I have hypothyroidism - hoping for 6-7 weeks again, assuming we make it that far, given my prior losses the last few months, and after losing my daughter, she had said whatever makes me the most comfortable, we will do. 

southernredheadmom

@runningyogimama that’s so great that your OB is letting you come in my frequently to help alleviate some of the worry.

southernredheadmom

I’ve got my first appointment on 1/12, which should be at about 6w6d. Really hoping that everything is just a nice boring normal!

iiridescenti

runningyogimama said:

Since I got pregnant immediately following a MC, my OB is having me do bloodwork first and hasn’t had me schedule a first appt yet. Her office normally does 8-10 weeks, but I was seen at 7 weeks last time since I have hypothyroidism - hoping for 6-7 weeks again, assuming we make it that far, given my prior losses the last few months, and after losing my daughter, she had said whatever makes me the most comfortable, we will do. 

So glad you have a supportive ob! Hope all goes well!

emilyw1989

First time pregnant. Will be 5 weeks tomorrow. So far just have done a blood test to confirm and now just waiting for my doctors referral for an obgyn. I’m hoping to get in around 8 weeks. 

Not gonna lie I’m very nervous so just trying to take it one day at a time. 

runningyogimama

@southernredheadmom and @iiridescenti  My OB is just the best!! I’ve heard horror stories of how people have been treated after loss with just the lack of compassion and sympathy or caring, but she’s truly been so awesome and supportive through the absolute nightmare of the last 5 months.

My HCG came back on track and she said my progesterone is “awesome,” and she left it up to me if I want to come back Monday for more labs to track hcg increasing or not…I really, truly am not sure if I want to and it would bring me any kind of peace of mind (not sure if anything will?), OR if it will just make me obsess over numbers…

chartput

Had my first us today at 5 weeks 6 days (have 1 ivf baby and 2 prior miscarriages, plus Im geriatric at 35). First the tech could only find a gestational sac which we knew this early was a possibility, but couldnt help but feel de ja vu of our first missed miscarriage. Then the doctor came in and said my uterus was tilted so it made it harder to see this early. But he was able to find a fetus and flickering heartbeat! Too early to hear, but I am still in disbelief! A lot of hurdles left to go and infertility anxiety is real, but today was some reassurance.

iiridescenti

runningyogimama said:

@southernredheadmom and @iiridescenti  My OB is just the best!! I’ve heard horror stories of how people have been treated after loss with just the lack of compassion and sympathy or caring, but she’s truly been so awesome and supportive through the absolute nightmare of the last 5 months.

My HCG came back on track and she said my progesterone is “awesome,” and she left it up to me if I want to come back Monday for more labs to track hcg increasing or not…I really, truly am not sure if I want to and it would bring me any kind of peace of mind (not sure if anything will?), OR if it will just make me obsess over numbers…

I def had that experience but I don't blame my doctor so much. The lady who scheduled my D&C though was extremely unsympathetic like I was making HER life difficult for not wanting to schedule it asap like she was expecting. I had JUST found out a few hours prior and I wanted confirmation before taking any major steps!! I was more upset about her than about the MC for a bit. But no one else at the clinic wasn't like that. Still mad at her whoever she is!

Imo of getting another blood test will ease some anxiety I don't think it's a bad choice. I went for our first ultrasound today and huge relief when the doctor was immediately able to find our little one! I was pretty anxious all week but now I moved over from our unofficial pregnancy journal to the official one because seeing the ultrasound made me feel better!

iiridescenti

chartput said:

Had my first us today at 5 weeks 6 days (have 1 ivf baby and 2 prior miscarriages, plus Im geriatric at 35). First the tech could only find a gestational sac which we knew this early was a possibility, but couldnt help but feel de ja vu of our first missed miscarriage. Then the doctor came in and said my uterus was tilted so it made it harder to see this early. But he was able to find a fetus and flickering heartbeat! Too early to hear, but I am still in disbelief! A lot of hurdles left to go and infertility anxiety is real, but today was some reassurance.

That's awesome!! We didn't even check for a heartbeat today at our first US. Also geriatric, also had a MC, doing IVF, but no prior children. I totally get the anxiety! Trying hard to relax and not stress though!

runningyogimama

iiridescenti said:

runningyogimama said:

@southernredheadmom and @iiridescenti  My OB is just the best!! I’ve heard horror stories of how people have been treated after loss with just the lack of compassion and sympathy or caring, but she’s truly been so awesome and supportive through the absolute nightmare of the last 5 months.

My HCG came back on track and she said my progesterone is “awesome,” and she left it up to me if I want to come back Monday for more labs to track hcg increasing or not…I really, truly am not sure if I want to and it would bring me any kind of peace of mind (not sure if anything will?), OR if it will just make me obsess over numbers…

I def had that experience but I don't blame my doctor so much. The lady who scheduled my D&C though was extremely unsympathetic like I was making HER life difficult for not wanting to schedule it asap like she was expecting. I had JUST found out a few hours prior and I wanted confirmation before taking any major steps!! I was more upset about her than about the MC for a bit. But no one else at the clinic wasn't like that. Still mad at her whoever she is!

Imo of getting another blood test will ease some anxiety I don't think it's a bad choice. I went for our first ultrasound today and huge relief when the doctor was immediately able to find our little one! I was pretty anxious all week but now I moved over from our unofficial pregnancy journal to the official one because seeing the ultrasound made me feel better!

I went ahead and scheduled for Monday (I live in the middle of nowhere, so it’s 2 hours out of my work day to drive there and back, and I’m not sure it will reassure me - I think if I lived closer, I wouldn’t hesitate). 

I’m glad you were able to get in for an ultrasound!!

I figured, going next week, will mean only 1-2 weeks until I can be seen for my first full appt/us, so less time inbetween. After a late loss that was a small percent of a percent of a percent chance of her diagnosis even happening, I’m really not sure anything is going to reassure me, though. 

benten24

Still no first appointment for me. I have irregular cycles and just found out I was pregnant this week. We did serial hcg testing and my numbers are now high enough for a dating US, hopefully they’ll call me Monday to schedule that. I was hoping to be seen more quickly with this pregnancy as I’m geriatric in the maternity world, recent MC, and with the irregular cycles… idk, really I just want an US to see a HB, get ALL the genetic testing I can, and then I won’t care much about how often they see me until the anatomy scan. 

mristich20

Hi all! & congrats!! I’m 5w4d today with my first pregnancy. I’m extremely nervous and don’t know what is normal or what to expect moving forward and not telling friends or family bc it’s so early. I had lab work done Thursday for progesterone and HCG. Not sure what is good normal bc there ranges are so large. Have my first appt with OB on 1/20 with ultrasound, I will be 7w3d then!

Knottie732db16befe9362d

Last month, I was pregnant and had a blighted ovum right after implantation. The Nurse at the hospital was insanely rude. She basically said I was never pregnant and sent me home with no pain meds even though the fertility clinic told me I was etc. (November) now here I am… I tested positive on December 28th… had my first beta drawn on the 31st and two times after. This is my first child and I’m extremely nervous. Due to the past I’m going in 2 weeks for an ultrasound. I’ll be 6 weeks and 3 days

knottief17bc5e4b0587a45

I have my first appointment on 1/18, I will be 6w4d.

babysavvy

My first appointment is 1/30. I’ll be in my 8th week. Biting my nails. 

wanderlustsoul

I have an ultrasound scheduled for 01/20 but I’ll ask to move it to the week after. 5 weeks feels too early. 

I also have one scheduled for 01/30. 

Due to my loss history, all my doctors are really keen on helping my anxiety over being pregnant again. 

anaskye

Ok I’m 4w2d today so it’s early and I haven’t even reached out to OB yet cause I thought it is too early, what do you guys think? Should I wait a week or so, or reach out to them now? First time pregnant, I don’t know what I’m doing yet. Lol

mristich20

> @knottie28071dd40eec1d20 said:
> Ok I’m 4w2d today so it’s early and I haven’t even reached out to OB yet cause I thought it is too early, what do you guys think? Should I wait a week or so, or reach out to them now? First time pregnant, I don’t know what I’m doing yet. Lol



I was at 4w when I first called and they scheduled me to come in for labs to check my blood HCG and progesterone. Then based on that they called to schedule my U/S and first OB visit. So idt it’s too early!

noranorabobora

I'm 5+2 and I'm going in for bloodwork on wed. My 1st ultrasound is 2/1 (8.5 wks) and my first ob appt is 2/27 (12 weeks).

whitneycarter13

I had my first ultrasound yesterday at 6w3d. The wasn’t a heartbeat yet and the GS was measuring at 5w5d. It’s either stopped growing or is behind. There was also a subchorionic hemorrhage. I’ll do bloodwork again tomorrow and then another ultrasound next week if the bloodwork still looks good. I am supplementing with progesterone, so if it is a miscarriage, my body will miss it until I stop taking that. 

I also had a miscarriage the previous cycle. Before that we had no positives in 16 months of trying. If youre so inclined, I’d be so grateful for your prayers or positive vibes. 

dapperbuttercup

knottie87f1224e77f20f6a said:

> @knottie28071dd40eec1d20 said:
> Ok I’m 4w2d today so it’s early and I haven’t even reached out to OB yet cause I thought it is too early, what do you guys think? Should I wait a week or so, or reach out to them now? First time pregnant, I don’t know what I’m doing yet. Lol



I was at 4w when I first called and they scheduled me to come in for labs to check my blood HCG and progesterone. Then based on that they called to schedule my U/S and first OB visit. So idt it’s too early!

Agreed, I called as soon as I found out, I was barely 4 weeks and got my appt for end of this month 

anniemarie887

January 26th - i'll be 6w4d - i've done 3 betas for HCG and progesterone due to RPL and my RE is going to have me continue betas this week as they are normally done at 4w. she did say they look great considering how early i tested positive. i need to verify with her about how long she will keep me, and probably call my normal OBGYN to set up for the switch. 

@whitneycarter13 all the positive vibes your way

runningyogimama

knottie28071dd40eec1d20 said:

Ok I’m 4w2d today so it’s early and I haven’t even reached out to OB yet cause I thought it is too early, what do you guys think? Should I wait a week or so, or reach out to them now? First time pregnant, I don’t know what I’m doing yet. Lol

I’ve always found out before I was even 4 weeks, and I always call to schedule immediately (even though, for normal circumstances, my OB sees patients between 8-10 weeks for the first appointment). It’s good to get on the schedule, especially if you are establishing care as a new patient.


@whitneycarter13 Sending positive thoughts your way!

amburd

I just found out 1/6/23. I’m 4wks 4 days My first appointment is on 1/31/22.

songsboutjane

Officially 6 weeks & 4 days! Did my blood work & Pap smear today, super fun lol
1st ultrasound appointment 01/23!! 

wanderlustsoul

@whitneycarter13 sending lots of positive vibes to you!

knottie4f41b884c7004f62

I am 5w today. OB wants to see me Feb 2 for us and other pregnancy stuff 🤷🏽‍♀️ I’m a first timer so not sure what to expect lol

knottiebff65b996dc73673

I’m also 5 w today they scheduled my US for the 25th I will be 7 w

runningyogimama

I got my second betas back today, and they are rising perfectly, which is a bit of a relief since this is when I MC last month. First appointment is 1/23! Even though my cycle was normal (for me) after my MC, they won’t give me an actual EDD until I have the u/s (and I always measure behind at my first u/s, so…that’ll be interesting…). 

jmg_18

I have my first OB appt on 01/20 and I will be 8 weeks. This is my first pregnancy and I was wondering if I can expect to get an ultrasound at that appointment?

songsboutjane

definitely!

iiridescenti

Was able to hear baby's heartbeat today at second US so the on call doctor and our nurse confirmed now's the time to make an OB appt so time to do some researching! 

litzi-2

@whitneycarter13 thinking of you!

I'm 5w5d I think. I'm not quite ready to schedule an appointment. I might call next week and try to make an appointment for US, and then hopefully make an appointment at 10 weeks for the first trimester visit and panorama/ harmony test. trying to be optimistic without getting too excited/ too far ahead. 

wa6ss

The wait for initial appointment is so difficult! Our first ultrasound appt scheduled for 1/23. We are first time pregnant and in mid 30s. Started to feel off last night and still felt funny this AM so went to urgent care. They were able to give ultrasound and take blood work. While I have a UTI (they said somewhat normal with issues drinking/eating early on) they were able to confirm baby at 6w5d with 161 heart beat and HCG at 67K. Even having a UTI, it’s somewhat a relief to be able to confirm baby is okay and everything relating looks normal so far 😊

whitneycarter13

Thanks everyone for your thoughts. My second ultrasound was this week and unfortunately the heartbeat never developed. I also had a miscarriage over thanksgiving, and was hoping this would be our rainbow. I wish you all the best 💕

wanderlustsoul

@whitneycarter13 I’m so sorry. Take care of yourself. I found the second miscarriage to be so much harder to deal with than the first one. I hope you get your rainbow baby. 

froggerblue

@whitneycarter13 I'm really sorry.