What to expect at first appointment?

Question

Tomorrow I have my first appointment with the doctor. My husband and I just moved an hour away from our previous doctor so this is a brand new one. What kinds of questions should I be asking? Everyone says ask questions but I can’t think of many lol. I’ll be exactly 6 weeks tomorrow and this is my first pregnancy. Thanks!

Answer

One thing I would ask, is over the counter medications you can take! For example, if you have a cold/fever, pain, constipation (unfortunately this happens a lot), nausea and vomiting. 
I only say this, because I’ve heard at the first appointment some doctors give patients a sheet for over the counter meds during pregnancy that is safe, but my doctor never did this. 
So, I find myself always calling my doctors office and waiting hours to hear a response back, or it being the weekend and having to wait until Monday.

Answer

I had my first appointment at 8 weeks and really didn't have to ask anything. They gave me a binder full of information. What to expect at every appointment, safe medications to take, things to avoid. It was super helpful. They listened to all my concerns (because 2 years prior we had had a miscarriage) but they never made me feel insignificant or stupid for having the worries I had. Never rushed me through. I love where I went though.

What to expect at first appointment?

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