Third Month Prenatal Checkup

Third Month Prenatal Checkup with Your Doctor

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