Dr. Jonathan Crowther discusses prenatal care and screening during trimesters two and three. The goals of prenatal care are risk assessment, health promotion and education, and therapeutic interventions. Prenatal care should ideally start in the first trimester. Providers who specialize in prenatal care include midwives, family medicine doctors, obstetrician-gynecologists, and maternal fetal medicine subspecialists. Screening tests include blood tests, ultrasounds, and invasive procedures like chorionic villus sampling and amniocentesis. Other screenings include blood type, hemoglobin, urine tests, and mental health. It's important to report any concerning symptoms to your healthcare provider, such as vaginal bleeding, decreased fetal activity, abdominal pain, and high blood pressure. Telehealth can be used to consult with your provider. Increasing protein intake and following the Brewer's diet may help with high blood pressure, but medication may be necessary. Utilizing physical therapists, chiropractors, and acupuncture can help with musculoskeletal pains during pregnancy.
CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Background of Dr. Jonathan Crowther
01:30 Trimester Two: Morning Sickness and Provider Options
10:26 Screening Tests during Pregnancy
29:34 Utilizing Telehealth and Additional Support for Prenatal Care
RESOURCES
The Mama Natural Week by Week Guide to Childbirth

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