Pregnancy and Birthing Guide

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Welcome.......................................................................................................................... 4 Northern Light Birthing Locations. ............................................................................... 5 Northern Light Birthing and Women’s Health Locations. ........................................... 6 Typical Prenatal Visit Schedule ..................................................................................... 8 Routine Prenatal Labs..................................................................................................... 8 Optional Genetic Testing and Education....................................................................... 9 Typical Plan of Care....................................................................................................... 10 Safe Medications........................................................................................................... 12 Prescription Medication............................................................................................... 13 Discomforts During Pregnancy.................................................................................... 14 Health in Pregnancy...................................................................................................... 15 Preparation.................................................................................................................... 19 Checklist by Trimester.................................................................................................. 21 Packing Suggestions. .................................................................................................... 22 My Birth Preferences.................................................................................................... 23 Safe Sleep. ..................................................................................................................... 24 Smoking and Pregnancy. .............................................................................................. 26 Breastfeeding. ............................................................................................................... 27 Resources....................................................................................................................... 28 Questions....................................................................................................................... 30 When to Call. ................................................................................................................. 31

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