If you recently learned that you’re pregnant, congratulations!

You’ll probably be seeing the doctor more often than usual over the next nine months. But how often should you plan to go in?

Happy Valentine’s Day!

If you’ve recently learned you’re pregnant, you have an extra reason to celebrate today.

But in the midst of this celebration, there’s probably one question that’s on your mind: now what?

If you recently got pregnant, you probably have a lot of questions.  Are there changes you’ll want to make to your diet, or medications you should avoid? What about exercise, and work accommodations? What do you need to do to care for your growing baby? How can you make sure to care for yourself at the same time?

As prenatal care specialists, we get these types of questions all the time.

Here’s our roundup of the top 10 questions to ask your OB/GYN at your first prenatal appointment.

Congratulations, you're pregnant! One of the first things you'll want to do is schedule your first prenatal appointment.

Your first prenatal appointment will probably take place when you are between eight and ten weeks pregnant. It will probably be your longest prenatal visit too, so it’s a great time to gather information and ask any questions you have about your pregnancy.

Wondering what to expect? Here are 5 things that will happen at your first prenatal visit, plus tips to make the most of this appointment. 

How much does it cost to have a baby?

According to a recent Health Affairs study, the average cost for a “maternity stay ranged from $1,189 to $11,986” for low-risk pregnancies.

That’s a wide range. So, what affects the costs?

Here are 5 factors that will affect your bills when it’s time to welcome your bundle of joy.