Prompt #09Trimester 1
Prompt 9: First Prenatal Appointment Prep
When to use it
Your first prenatal appointment is coming up (usually 8-10 weeks) and you want to walk in with a smart list of questions, your full history ready, and not forget the things that matter.
The Prompt
My first prenatal appointment is on [DATE] at [N] weeks. I want to walk in prepared.
My history:
- Age: [AGE]
- Previous pregnancies: [E.G., "none" / "one prior, uncomplicated vaginal delivery" / "one miscarriage at 8 weeks"]
- Pre-existing conditions: [LIST — e.g., "anxiety," "PCOS," "Hashimoto's"]
- Current medications: [LIST — including mental health meds, supplements]
- Family history: [LIST — e.g., "mother had preeclampsia," "sister had twins," "father has diabetes"]
- This pregnancy so far: [E.G., "confirmed with home test, no complications yet, mild nausea"]
- Partner info: [E.G., "partner's age" / "any relevant partner health info"]
I want to come away knowing:
1. Questions I should ask (organized by category: medical, lifestyle, logistics, what to expect)
2. Tests/procedures I should expect at this appointment (and which are optional)
3. Red flags I should be told to watch for between now and the next appointment
4. What to bring (and what NOT to bring)
5. How to phrase my concerns if I feel dismissed
6. What I want to record from this appointment (and how to do it efficiently)
Important: I have [N MINUTES] with my OB. I want to use the time well.Example output
*"Questions to ask: (Medical) What's my due date based on LMP vs. ultrasound? What's my preeclampsia risk given family history? (Lifestyle) Is my anxiety med safe to continue? Are there exercises I should avoid? (Logistics) When's the next appointment? How do I reach you for urgent questions? Tests to expect: urine sample, weight, BP, possibly dating ultrasound. Optional: NIPT (genetic screening) — usually done 10-13 weeks. Bring: full med list (with dosages), prior pregnancy records if any, partner's family history. Don't bring: a 5-page birth plan (save for week 30+). Record: ask permission to voice-record or use the patient portal notes."*
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