Pregnancy Specialist
Magnolia OB/GYN Clinic
OB/GYNs located in Riverside County
If you're expecting a baby, you need special care. At Magnolia OB/GYN Clinic, Janet Vadaparampil, MD, and Rodolfo Rey, MD, offer a wide range of pregnancy-related services to guide you through each stage of your pregnancy. Magnolia OB/GYN Clinic is always available to answer your questions and delivers ongoing support, along with comprehensive preventive care. If you have complex health needs, the practice offers specialized services. With locations in Riverside, Perris, Lake Elsinore, and Moreno Valley, California, expert pregnancy care is always close by. Call today or schedule an appointment online.
Pregnancy Q & A
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How can I prepare for a healthy pregnancy?
Planning is essential for a healthy pregnancy. If you're hoping to become pregnant, the right preparation can keep you and your baby healthy.
Before getting pregnant, experts recommend that women:
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Stop using alcohol, tobacco, and illicit drugs
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Achieve and maintain a healthy weight
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Eat a nutritious, well-balanced diet
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Start taking an approved prenatal vitamin
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Discuss prescription medications with their doctor
If you need help meeting these goals, your provider can offer expert guidance. Magnolia OB/GYN Clinic delivers personalized care and explains what you can do to improve your health before trying to conceive.
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What should I do if I think I'm pregnant?
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If you get a positive result from an at-home test, call the Magnolia OB/GYN Clinic right away to arrange an appointment to confirm your pregnancy. Your provider can also determine how far along you are.
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Magnolia OB/GYN Clinic offers an ultrasound on your first prenatal visit. Ultrasounds help determine your due date and give you an early look at your baby. After your initial visit, your provider helps you develop a prenatal care plan.
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The sooner you start receiving prenatal care, the better. Prenatal care is especially crucial if your pregnancy came as a surprise. In the United States, more than 50% of pregnancies are unplanned. Women who experience unplanned pregnancies sometimes have a higher risk of health problems. Fortunately, prenatal care can resolve most health concerns.
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What happens during a prenatal visit?
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Prenatal care includes:
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Routine office visits
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Laboratory tests
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Imaging tests
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Most pregnant women can expect to see their provider about once a month for the first 32 weeks. After that, you may need to visit the office every 1-3 weeks until delivery.
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During pregnancy, you also receive regular ultrasounds. Ultrasounds allow your provider to screen for common pregnancy-related problems. Most women receive 2-3 ultrasounds during pregnancy, but some patients may need more frequent scans.
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As part of your prenatal care, your provider helps you plan for delivery. You can create a birth plan which outlines your preferred treatment. Your provider also lets you know what to expect when you go into labor.
After delivery, the Magnolia OB/GYN Clinic provides comprehensive follow-up care. You meet with your provider six weeks after delivery for a checkup. Your provider also offers support and guidance if you have concerns after birth.
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Magnolia OB/GYN Clinic can help you prepare for a healthy pregnancy. Call the office today or schedule an appointment online.