Third Month Prenatal Checkup with Your Doctor
10-14 Weeks
During the third month prenatal checkup you may have:
• Examination of your abdomen to feel the top of the uterus
• Examination of the size and height of uterus
• Hemoglobin and hematocrit
• Urinalysis to test for infection, sugar and protein
• Weight and blood pressure check
• Possibly hearing baby’s heartbeat with a doppler device
• Discussion of tests if needed: ultrasound, chorionic villus sampling, amniocentesis and prenatal screening for genetic problems
• Exam for swelling of hands and legs or fluid retention
• An opportunity to discuss your concerns