I am 4 weeks along (just found out this week) and want to go to a dr I know and am comfortable with. He doesn't accept my insurance and it takes around 4-5 weeks to switch. Is it ok to wait until then or does the first visit have to be now? The receptionist told me "it should be fine" but I'm not sure if she's just saying that.
Thanks.
2006-12-27 02:53:57 · 25 answers · asked by nyyankeesg1rl 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
It's DEFINITELY fine. A lot of OBs won't even see you until you're at least ten weeks along, sometimes twelve weeks. Unless, of course, you are high risk, then they'll want to see you much earlier. But if you are young and healthy, there's no problem waiting. There isn't any testing that needs to be done right away, and there's really nothing they can do for you now except to confirm your pregnancy. Congratulations!
Go to the drugstore and get prenatal vitamins if you haven't been taking them already (it's really the folic acid you need to be concerned with, so make sure each pill has 100% of the RDA).
2006-12-27 02:56:09 · answer #1 · answered by jokiebird 4 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I totally freaked out when I was told my doctor won't see me until I'm 8-10 weeks along, but apparently that's the norm.
I guess it's the pregnant lady syndrome, that we all want to rush into the doctor and go there every week to make sure everything's OK.
I'm 6 weeks along, and I don't go until 1/15. I went in last week to have all of my hormone levels checked and it's all great.
I heard from others that by waiting this long, I'm going to get a great first baby picture and I should be able to see and hear the heartbeat!!!!
2006-12-27 11:47:41 · answer #2 · answered by Michelle L 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is absolutely okay if you aren't having any problems. All the first visit is for is to get a bunch of information from you on your medical history and your partner's medical history. And to get your baseline vitals and your weight. Nothing so important that it cannot wait until your are 10-12 weeks along. Just take your prenatal vitamin, you can buy them OTC at Wal-Mart for under $10. I didn't get in to see my OB until I was almost 13 weeks along because I didn't find out I was expecting until I was 8 weeks along and then I had to wait a few more weeks until there was an opening for her to see me. Don't worry, it will be just fine. Congrats and good luck!
2006-12-27 12:42:33 · answer #3 · answered by Busy Mommy of 3 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most doctors don't want to see you til after 8 weeks anyway. The receptionist is correct you will be fine. I did not have my first appt til I was 9 weeks. Until then be sure to drink lots of water and eat well. Also you can take a women's vitamin with folic acid til you can get your prenatal prescription. They also make otc prenatal vitamins if you wish. Good luck and congrats
2006-12-27 11:01:47 · answer #4 · answered by ktbblb 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It will be fine. The receptionist is not trying to blow you off. If you are less than 3 months it will be okay. Or if you are nervous find a crisis pregnancy center and they can help you while you wait for insurance to switch over.
2006-12-27 10:58:17 · answer #5 · answered by vikingprincess1955 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well if you are having no problems then it should be ok just make sure you take you vitamins and eat well and rest!!If you do have problems you need to just go in and see the other doc. and then switch!! I was 4 months preg when I switched from one doc to another...so a few weeks will be fine!!
2006-12-27 10:57:57 · answer #6 · answered by mommy of 2 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my first visit was when i was 12 weeks that is the usual 8 to 12 weeks your first visit youll be fine. Since you know you are pregnant take care of yourself starting now before the doctor start taking those prenatal vitamins and drink water and all that good stuff good luck
2006-12-27 10:56:22 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, perfectly ok. Many don't even want to see you before you're 8 weeks along anyway. Honestly, I'm not sure why that is, but I know it seems to be the norm with the doctors in my area.
2006-12-27 10:57:09 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
As long as you haven't had problems in the past or you feel funny now. You should be fine. Any questions you might have you could probably just call and ask them. The first few visits are to determine probable due date and overall health.
2006-12-27 10:56:29 · answer #9 · answered by Kimberly B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It should be okay considering that most doctors will not see you until you are either 6, 8, or even up to 12 weeks along in your pregnancy. If you have problems or complications they will see you earlier for emergency situations.
2006-12-27 11:00:39 · answer #10 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋