Your Pregnancy Week by Week

At Capital Women’s Care, we believe regular prenatal care is essential for a healthy pregnancy. For low-risk pregnancies, we follow a structured schedule to monitor your health and your baby’s development. If you have a pre-existing condition, develop complications, or are a teen, you may require more frequent visits.

Your Pregnancy at a Glance

Weeks 6–8

Confirm Pregnancy
Lab Tests
First Visit with Your Provider
Genetic Testing Options
Educational and Diet Information
Physical Exam

Weeks 10–12

Fetal Heart Tones
Confirm Genetic Testing Decision
Initial OB Labs
Influenza Vaccine (Oct. 1 – Mar. 31)
Due Date Confirmation

Weeks 15–16

Blood Screening Tests

Week 20

Perform Anatomy Ultrasound

Week 28

Learn to Count Fetal Kicks
Diabetes and Blood Count Test, RhoGAM if RH Negative
Schedule Hospital Tour
Hospital Registration

Week 30

Tdap/Flu Vaccination
Schedule Childbirth Classes

Week 32

RSV Vaccine (Sept. – Jan.)
Discuss Breastfeeding

Week 36

Group B Strep Test
Pelvic Exam
Discuss Signs and Symptoms of Labor and Preeclampsia

Week 37

Routine Visit with Provider and Patient

Week 38

Discuss Readiness for Labor and Delivery

Week 39

Routine Visit with Provider and Patient

Weeks 40–41

Discuss Postdate Plan
Schedule Postpartum Visit

After Delivery: 4–6 Weeks

Routine Postpartum Visit
Physical Exam
Discuss Birth Control, Feeding, Depression, Return to Work

Compassionate Care Every Step of the Way

At Capital Women’s Care, we’re here to support you throughout your pregnancy journey. Whether this is your first child or you’re growing your family, you’ll receive expert care and personalized guidance at every stage.