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Any additional questions for 1st Ultrasound or OB appointment?

new_ivfnew_ivf member
in 1st Trimester
Hi Ladies!

This is a copy/paste from this site (questions for your OB appt) I'm just wondering if there are any others that you think are also good to ask, questions you would add??

  • How much weight should I gain, and at what rate?

  • Do I have an increased risk of any specific complications or conditions?

  • What screenings do I need?

  • What kind of diet should I follow? What should I eat and drink a lot of, and what should I avoid?

  • Should I be doing any particular kind of exercise? What kind and amount is safe or should I avoid?

  • Are there any restrictions on sex throughout my pregnancy?

  • Are there any restrictions I need to know about traveling while pregnant?

  • Can I… Dye my hair? Use sunless tanner? Get a massage? Paint my nails? Go to the spa? Are there any changes to my beauty routine I need to make?

  • What over-the-counter medications are safe, and in what amount? Are there any I should avoid?

  • Are the prescription medications I’m currently taking safe? If not, what can I take or do instead?

  • Which prenatal vitamin do you recommend?

  • Which prenatal classes do you recommend?

  • What position should I sleep in?

  • What symptoms should I expect, and how can I manage them? What’s normal, and what should I call you about?

  • What should I do if I…Don’t feel well? Have cramping? Spotting? Run a fever?

  • When labor begins, at what point should I call you?

  • What is your position on… Inductions? Scheduled c-sections? Epidurals and other pain medications? Episiotomies? Vacuum and forceps usage? IVs and EFMs? Delayed cord clamping? What are my options?

  • When is a good time to call you with questions? Who should I call if you aren’t available? Can I email you if I have questions?



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Re: Any additional questions for 1st Ultrasound or OB appointment?

  • dandyleahdandyleah member
    One question that I should have asked, but didn't, was how my dr would handle anxiety/depression during and after pregnancy. My first OB was very proactive with dd1 & dd2, so I just assumed that was standard. Unfortunately the dr I'm using for dd3 is more hands off on this issue. I do have a pcp that knows my history with ppd and depression so I know if it is not handled properly with my OB after delivery, I can see my pcp, so it's not a huge worry for me, but I definitely would have chosen a different OB had I known from the first appt. 
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  • new_ivfnew_ivf member
    Thank you - good point I will bring up with my OB so they are on the same page. I also have a history of chronic depression & anxiety.
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