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About prenatal care
Personalized care. Clear answers. Thoughtful options. A plan built for you.
Prenatal visits track your health and your baby’s development while creating space for questions. Visit timing and testing are personalized to your pregnancy and medical history.
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When to make an appointment
- Starting care after a positive test
- Transferring obstetric care
- Managing a medical condition in pregnancy
- Preparing for labor and postpartum recovery
Seek urgent care when symptoms are severe.
Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department for life-threatening symptoms. This website cannot diagnose an emergency.
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What care may include
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Routine visits and recommended screening
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Blood pressure, growth, and fetal well-being monitoring
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Nutrition, activity, medication, and birth planning guidance
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Frequently asked questions
Helpful answers before your visit.
How often are prenatal visits?
Visits are usually spaced farther apart early in pregnancy and become more frequent near delivery. Higher-risk pregnancies may require additional monitoring.
What tests happen during pregnancy?
Common testing includes blood and urine tests, genetic screening options, ultrasound, gestational diabetes screening, and infection screening. Recommendations vary.
What should I bring to my first visit?
Bring identification, insurance information, a medication and supplement list, medical and pregnancy history, recent records if transferring care, and your questions.
