If you have a determination that you want to conceive, you need a good gynecologist who will provide intensive care from conceiving to the delivery. Thus, you and your baby can be safe during the delivery and days to come.

Start of routine checkup with a gynecologist:

Talking advice from a gynecologist on a routine basis is a primary responsibility of a couple before conceiving. Through such discussions, the doctor can preserve the medical history of the couple in detail which includes high blood pressure, thyroid, diabetes, regular medicine, lifestyle including food habits, previous history of pregnancy, etc. Most families seem to be indifferent towards this matter. This indifference endangers the pregnancy. These diagnoses are very important in order to ensure proper management of problems and the desired growth of the child.

Routine checkup with the doctor after conceiving (during the first trimester):

The first 12 weeks after conceiving, known as the First Trimester, is the period that involves great risks, especially abortion is a likely incident during this period. Slight mistakes or genetic problems may cause abortion. A woman at this period has a great likelihood of the following issues:

• Bleeding
• Chronic blood pressure
• Diabetes
• Asthma
• Issues from previous pregnancy history
• Birth abnormality
• Multiple gestations

At this period, pregnant women have to get the follow-ups below:

• If the mother and baby inside are well
• Observation of the condition of the embryo
• Natural growth of the embryo and determination of delivery date on the basis of the last month’s menstruation
• Keeping records of blood pressure, weight, level of glucose and protein
• Imparting educative information to the mother

Many gynecologists determine the date of delivery again through a second ultrasonography within the first 12 weeks when the mother usually feels sick, perhaps due to weight loss. If the mother gains weight too fast, she must arrange for a follow-up visit. This is important because the mother can get rid of all fears and anxiety with the help of a doctor’s proper suggestions.

Follow-up visit during the Second Trimester:

The period between the first 12^th week and 24^th week, the Second Trimester, is considered the safest and best period for the mothers. With likelihood of fear of abortion, bodily pain and nausea being almost diminished, the mother starts feeling relaxed.

Things that can go with high risk during this period include:

• More risks than the First Trimester
• Likelihood of immature delivery due to insufficient growth of the uterus
• Bleeding
• Pregnancy diabetes
• High blood pressure
• Lack of care for the pregnant women
• Uterus infection during pregnancy
• Kidney infection

At this period, pregnant women have to get the follow-ups below:

• Observation of the mother’s health status and proper growth of the embryo
• Keep records of the heartbeat of the embryo and the growth of the uterus through follow-up visit after every two weeks.
• Examination of blood pressure, weight, any excess of blood and the position of the uterus
• Family members being informed of the pregnant woman’s health and meal plans
• In case of any abnormality in the position of the uterus after 18 weeks, ultrasonography to determine the uterus position and movement of the embryo
• Between the 15^th and 20^th weeks, an AFP test to check if the embryo has any issues
• Determination of any chromosomal disorder through Amniocentesis if the mother is older than 35 years

The embryo keeps growing in size and the mother feels pain subsequently with it abated a little while later. Suffocation, faster heartbeat and pains can be experienced as well. These are normal matters, but the doctor must be consulted if the issues take serious turn.

Follow-up visit during the Third Trimester:

This is the longest period when the baby inside gains weight and the mother undergoes physical abnormality which affects the growth of the baby seriously. Follow-up during this period  is pretty essential in order to keep the mother free of excitement.

Things that can go with high risk during this period include:

• More risks than the First and Second Trimester
• Abnormality of the movement of the embryo
• Abnormality of ammonic fluid
• High blood pressure
• Likelihood of diabetes during 26^th week
• Faster delivery may be required due to liver issues
• Problems in the gallbladder that can be taken care of later

Follow-up from doctors can help pregnant women a lot. Suggestions are given after every 2-3 weeks.

Required follow-ups during the last few months of pregnancy:

• Inspection of the uterus a few weeks before the due date of delivery
• Observation of the baby’s movement and any labor pain if felt
• Immediate admission of the pregnant woman into the hospital as the fluid release occurs
• Consulting the gynecologist for earlier delivery if required

Conclusion:

To stay safe, free of pregnancy complications and tuned with the thought of the delivery and growth of a healthy baby, you must consult an experienced gynecologist whose follow-up routine can help you keep well and deliver safely.

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