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Chet & Heather
We want to thank parent profiles for our recent adoption of twin girls! We talked to many birthmom's while on your site but when we met our daughters' birthmom through your website and talked with her, we knew it was meant to be. She is a true angel! Thank you for helping us grow our family through the miracle of adoption!
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Ob/Gyn
Hopefully, pregnancy will not be your first visit to your OB/GYN! Women over the age of 20 need to be seen by their OB/GYN at least every two years. But, if you have not seen one nor do you have one, finding the right one is quite important. You will want to feel comfortable with them as well as be able to trust in them. Many women ask their friends and families members for references in finding the trusted OB/GYN.
Many people also have to make sure that the OB/GYN that they choose is one that is covered by their insurance company. If you have an HMO, you will likely need to call your insurance carrier to find the OB/GYN options that you have. Or, you may need to be referred to them by your family doctor. Make sure that you take the time to find one that is covered prior to making any appointments.
How To Choose One
As we mentioned you may not have a choice in the OB/GYN that you choose. But, if you do, you will want to find someone that you are comfortable with and can trust. But, you will want to find one that is objective and provides you with the information that you need as well. Ask for an interview when choosing one OB/GYN over another.
Appointments
Once you miss your period, it is time to give the OB/GYN a call. You will want them to test to insure that you are indeed pregnant. At that point, they probably will not want to see you again, assuming everything is okay until about 6-9 weeks into the pregnancy. After that, they will want to see you once every month unless you have any problems. Then, in about the last eight weeks, your doctor will require you to come in more often. You will be brought down to every two weeks and then every week until baby is born. This can vary depending on your insurance coverage as well as your need for a more monitored pregnancy.
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