If you’ve recently scheduled your first prenatal visit, you probably have a few questions. Are there documents you should bring to your first appointment? How often will you be seeing the doctor over the next nine months?

Here’s a guide to planning your prenatal visits, plus a few tips to help you prepare for your first appointment. It’s going to be a busy but exciting nine months, so this guide will help you keep things simple.

You need to feel comfortable with your prenatal care.

Many women hesitate to switch providers during a pregnancy. However, it’s important to find the care that’s right for you and your baby.

Here are three signs it’s time to switch providers.