What to expect from first doctor's visit

melclem7 · May 2013

Hello everyone!

I've been browsing this board the past couple of days, as I am 6 weeks pregnant with my first. I'm so overwhelmed about researching the "correct" things to do while pregnant and I think I just need to relax a bit.

I have my first doctor's appointment tomorrow. The receptionist said they will do a blood test, urine test, and ultrasound. Is there anything else I can expect from a typical first visit? Are the specific questions I should ask?

Thank you for your help. I can see that this is such a supportive community and I'm excited to be a part of it!

July1215 · May 2013

Every ob is different but the receptionist summed it up pretty well. They may ask family history questions as well. I don't think there is one particular question that needs to be asked, that is really up to you. It really isn't that bad at all. The only thing I will say (just in case you don't know) is that the ultrasound will be trans vaginal. I think that throws some people off guard.

audrinia · May 2013

This is my 2nd pregnancy and my first dr visit has varied each time. My sister who is also pregnant and has a different dr had a much different experience from mine as well.

You will talk about medical history, they will confirm the pregnancy probably via u/s and go over dos and don't.

Go in with any questions you may have written down, so you don't forget in the moment.

melclem7 · May 2013

July1215:
Every ob is different but the receptionist summed it up pretty well. They may ask family history questions as well. I don't think there is one particular question that needs to be asked, that is really up to you. It really isn't that bad at all. The only thing I will say (just in case you don't know) is that the ultrasound will be trans vaginal. I think that throws some people off guard.

Thank you about the heads up about the trans vaginal ultrasounds. I've had a few of those since I have PCOS and was curious if this was how it will be done this early. That want was definitely very intimidating at first, so I can see how one can be thrown off guard by seeing it!

1stTimeMommaat40 · May 2013

Had my first appt today. No u/s for me. (bummer!) I have to second the "write down your questions" suggestion. I was all over the place and a bit disorganized. I also have to suggest doing your best to be zen ahead of time. I let me nerves get to me and had elevated blood pressure as a result.

Mommasay0 · May 2013

I always get a urine test, blood test, ultrasound and Pap smear at my first appointment. They also have me sign a form consenting to HIV testing which really surprised me the first time. Especially when I didn't get any results and had to call to get my negative results. My office only tells you about abnormal results unless you ask.