Your maternity journey
Finding a provider
Your first step is selecting the right provider for your pregnancy care. Once your pregnancy is confirmed with a home test and a blood test, you are ready to schedule your first prenatal appointment. Be sure to check that your provider is covered by your insurance before booking.
OB-GYN
An OB-GYN is a medical doctors trained in pregnancy, childbirth, and women’s health. They are trained to manage both routine and high-risk pregnancies and can perform medical procedures, including C-sections. Care with an OB-GYN tends to be more clinical and focused on monitoring and managing potential complications.
Midwife
A midwife, often a certified nurse midwife, is an advanced practice provider who specializes in low-risk pregnancies and childbirth. Midwives focus on a more personalized, supportive approach, emphasizing education, natural birth options, and continuous care throughout pregnancy and postpartum.
• Choose a Provider
• Confirm Pregnancy at home
• Check Insurance Network
• Schedule First Appointment
First trimester
(WEEK 1–12)
The first trimester is a time of rapid change as your body begins to support your baby’s development. While it can feel overwhelming, understanding what’s happening can help you feel more prepared and confident. Starting a daily prenatal vitamin with folic acid is one of the most important things you can do right now.
Caring for mom
Hormonal changes may bring fatigue, nausea, breast tenderness, frequent urination, and mood swings. It’s common to feel both excited and anxious during this stage.
Baby’s growth
Your baby’s major organs and systems begin to form, including the brain, heart, and spine. By the end of this trimester, your baby has a heartbeat and developing arms, legs, fingers, and toes.
• Initial Visit (8–10 Weeks)
• Labs & Screening
• Optional Genetic Screening:
NIPT (~10 Weeks)
• First Ultrasound (~10–13
Weeks)
Second trimester
(WEEK 13–27)
The second trimester is often the most comfortable phase of pregnancy. Many early symptoms begin to ease, and you may start to feel more energized and connected to your pregnancy.
Caring for mom
Hormonal changes may bring fatigue, nausea, breast tenderness, frequent urination, and mood swings. It’s common to feel both excited and anxious during this stage.
Baby’s growth
Your baby’s major organs and systems begin to form, including the brain, heart, and spine. By the end of this trimester, your baby has a heartbeat and developing arms, legs, fingers, and toes.
Resources
Glucose Class• Routine Prenatal Visits
• Anatomy Scan (18–22 Weeks)
• Glucose Test (24–28 Weeks)
• Feeling Baby’s First Movements