2007-03-26 05:50:54 · 12 answers · asked by luckieladie 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
Yes - esp. taking folic acid. Some people, oddly enough have situations where vitamin supplements are not advised (allergies or other issues). So always check w/a doc before taking a regular multivitamin and see whether you need the iron or not. Good nutrition is always important, so watch your food selections carefully. Folic Acid is one thing that's important for the baby's nervous system.
2007-03-26 06:05:51 · answer #1 · answered by Lake Lover 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
People with prenatal care are more likely to deliver healthy babies. Prenatal care is meant to help assist you in having a healthy pregnancy, trying to prevent problems such as spina bifida, and identifying illnesses if they are present. One aspect of prenatal care is to test for Group B Strep (GBS). Many women are carriers of GBS and do not realize it. They never have any symptoms. However, if a baby is born to a woman with untreated GBS the baby can become very sick. This can be prevented by testing for GBS and administering antibiotics if needed.
2007-03-26 05:56:10 · answer #2 · answered by Laura H 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Extremely. The baby could be in distress, could have diabetes, thyroid problems...you could be sick...there are a million & 1 reasons to go for prenatal care
2007-03-26 05:58:24 · answer #3 · answered by Tracy 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes of course...get early prenatal care as much as possible to ensure the health of your baby...
2007-03-26 05:54:25 · answer #4 · answered by 分類される 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
YES!
so you get all your tests done, and make sure your body isn't lacking anything that can cause birth defects or health problems for your unborn baby.
and to do all the screenings, ultrasounds to see baby development, and blood work to test for down syndrome, and the glucose to test your sugar levels so your babys pancreas doesnt have to work over time and have problems later in life.
good luck! God bless!
2007-03-26 06:10:24 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely. A myriad things can go wrong while you're pregnant, and most have either mild or no symptoms!
Also, it's good to have baby's health checked out to make sure there are no complications with baby or placenta.
2007-03-26 05:54:05 · answer #6 · answered by Waiting and Wishing 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, particularly if you want a healthy baby and healthy mom.
If you don't have health insurance, contact your state Medicaid office. You may qualify for Medicaid, or if not, ask about your state's SCHIP program, which covers pregnant women in several states.
2007-03-26 05:56:28 · answer #7 · answered by michaluna 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Only if you want a healthy baby and do not want to run the risk of having an undetected complication in delivery and dying.
2007-03-26 06:37:55 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, you need to see the doctor regularly so they can monitor the baby's growth and make shure there no potential complications
2007-03-26 05:54:26 · answer #9 · answered by cowgrl3611 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
YES BY THE 13TH WEEK...AND SEE YOUR DOCTOR AT LEAST 13 TIMES!
2007-03-26 05:54:38 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋