Bring along these questions to your first prenatal check up to ask your obstetrician/ gynaecologist about your pregnancy and prenatal health.
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HEALTH & NUTRITION
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What kinds of food should I eat? Which should I avoid?
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What medicines can I take?
○ If you have any pre-existing medical conditions, you should also ask about how your pregnancy will effect your health.
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Should I be taking vitamins or other supplements? What kind?
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How much weight should I be gaining throughout the pregnancy?
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PREGNANCY
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What screenings do I need? Does the hospital offer special packages that I can take advantage of?
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What can help with morning sickness?
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What symptoms should I expect?
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SAFETY
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What qualifies as an emergency?
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Does my line of work pose any threats to my unborn child?
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How much housework can I do?
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ACTIVITIES
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Which exercises are safe for me to do?
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Is it safe to get my hair dyed and to get massages?
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How much can I travel?
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How can I have sex safely?
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OTHERS
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